Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2440Location: BostonDate / Time: January 10, 2009 10:00AM
Description:
Cartier Nephrite Jade and Yellow Gold Dresser Box, early 20th century, rectangular, formed as thin nephrite jade panels within yellow gold frame, the hinged lid mounted with gold script lettering "Wee Willie Winkle," signed "Cartier Paris Londres New York, Made in France", 8 3/8 x 5 x 2 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
There are two small fissures in the jade to the cover and one to the base, very small nick to back corner base; else very good to excellent.