-Tonnel Paris 1928 Art Deco Box In 14Kt Gold With Red & Black Lacquer And Diamonds

An art deco enameled box designed by Tonnel Paris.

Magnificent rectangular box, created in Paris France for Tonnel-Paris during the art deco period, back in the 1920's. This beautiful cased-box has been crafted in yellow gold of 14 karats and embellished with applications of red and black thick glass enamel. It is fitted with a nine-barrels hinge and a push thumb lock. The lid is decorated on top with an extra art-deco motif made in platinum, which are set up with three European old round diamonds. The craftmanship and the contrast of colors are amazing. The interiors are highly polished showing rich yellow gold and actually, this gorgeous box can be used for presentation cards.

Diamonds: The platinum part is mount, with 3 European round diamonds, .06 carats, white colorless F color, VS-2 clarity.

Weight: 119.95 Grams, (76.89 Dwt).

Measurements: 56 mm by 89 mm by 12 mm (2.2 x 3.52 x 0.47 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; three times with the maker's mark AC, the mark for the assay of the 14kt gold and signed, "TONNEL PARIS 14KT".

Literature: Sylvie Raulet, Art Deco Jewelry, 1985 Rizzoli, Pp 114. Rodney and Diane Capstick-Dale, The art deco Collectibles "Fashionable Objects From The Jazz Age", Thames & Hudson 2016, for a similar examples illustrated.

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this box is very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D012024MENM/2.249