Lot 239. An Art Deco enamel, jade and diamond vanity case, by Van Cleef & Arpels. Estimate GBP 10,000 - GBP 12,000 (USD 16,350 - USD 19,620). Price realised GBP 55,250 (USD 90,665) © Christie's Image Ltd 2011

The rectangular red and black enamel case decorated with twin carved foliate jade plaques to the sugarloaf jade centre and ribbed onyx terminals, with rose-cut diamond push-piece and detail, opening to reveal a beveled mirror, two compartments and a lipstick holder, circa 1925, 9.7cm long, 4.3cm wide, with French assay marks for gold. Interior signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris, no. 27097, with maker's mark for Van Cleef & Arpels

Christie's. Important Jewels, 8 June 2011, London, King Street