CARTIER Paris 1900 Edwardian Nécessaire Case In 18Kt Gold With Green Lacquer
A Nécessaire case designed by Cartier.
This is a fantastic nécessaire case box created in Paris France during the Edwardian period by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1900. The fabulous Object De Vertu has been masterfully crafted in the style of Louis XVI in yellow gold of 18 karats and decorated with chiseled frames showing classical motifs. The surfaces are embellished with applications of non-glossy green lacquer decorated with tiny stars and accented with two European rose cut diamonds. The nécessaire appliances displayed in the interior are; a retractable pencil, a foldable scissor -accented with eight rose cuts diamonds-, a small pocket knife -decorated with the same green pattern of the exterior- and a stiletto with a little tong and a tiny spoon at the ends. The beautiful box if fitted with a delicate concealed five-barrels hinge and a push button for snapping lock. This piece is stamped with the serial number 164 denoting a very early work and signed; Cartier, Paris, London. New York.
Country: Paris, France
Period: Edwardian, 1900-1905.
Diamonds: Accented in inlaid settings, with 2 European rose cut diamonds, with a weight of about 0.20 carats. white colorless E/F color, VS clarity
Weight: 66.8 Grams, (42.85 Dwt).
Measurements: 93.5 mm by 33 mm by 26 mm (3.68 x 1.30 x 1.02 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks, the maker's mark, the marks of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the .750/.999 gold, the three-digits serial numbers and signed in full as follows, "CARTIER PARIS LONDON NEW YORK 164".
Literature: Olivier Bachet & Alain Cartier, Cartier Exceptional objects, Palais Royal 2021, Volume 1 and 2, for similar pieces Illustrated.
Collateral: This Cartier Nécessaire case box is accompanied by a presentation jewelry pouch.
Condition: The overall condition of this Cartier Nécessaire case box is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This case has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P110625IENM/1.605
