$1,541
Silver-gilt, Gold, and Ruby Minaudiere, Boucheron, Paris, c. 1945, decorated with openwork designs of butterflies and flowers studded with cabochon rubies, opening to reveal three covered compartments, two lipsticks, a comb, and concealed mirror, lg. 5 1/8 x 3 3/8 in., signed Boucheron, Paris, Bt. no. 875012, French assay and maker's mark, with fitted box. Minor discoloration/tarnish. Minor surface scratches to exterior. Mirror with age typical defects. Some tarnish to interior. One lipstick separated.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2012-03-13