Continental, Gilt Metal and Enamel Compact, ca. 1900

Continental A Gilt Metal and Enamel Compact
Circa 1900
Case: Gilt metal, the lid with translucent yellow enamel over engraving centered by a polychrome enamel painting of putti, gilt interior, the lid fitted with a mirror and two compartments with amethyst cabochons, the reverse with floral engraved borders and a translucent yellow enamel over engraving band centered by an applied monogram "CM"
Unsigned
width 62 mm
Condition Report: Case in overall excellent condition with very little wear to the edges, light surface scratches to the enamel. Back panel with light oxidation visible through the edges of the enamel. Hard enamel with no apparent restoration. Mirror with some spotting and fogging.

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The condition reports for the lots offered by Santa Fe Art Auction (SFAA) are provided as a courtesy and convenience for potential buyers. The reports are not intended to nor do they substitute for physical examination by a buyer or the buyer's advisors. The condition reports are prepared by SFAA staff members who are not art conservators or restorers, nor do they possess the qualifications needed for comprehensive evaluation. Each condition report is an opinion of the staff member and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report does not imply anything as to the condition of a particular lot. Buyers are reminded that the limited warranties are set forth in the Terms and Conditions of Sale and do not extend to condition. Each lot is sold as-is.