Cartier Sterling Silver Gentleman’s Fitted Leather Vanity Case

£9,850.00

A superb and rare Art Deco gentleman’s fitted travel vanity case by Cartier, crafted in France and retailed in London.

This luxurious tan leather case is fully fitted with an array of sterling silver grooming and toiletry accessories, all marked with the London import hallmarks for 1937 and the maker’s mark J.C, for Jacques-Théodule Cartier, managing director of Cartier London, then located on New Bond Street.

London, 1937 | Maker’s Mark: J.C (Jacques-Théodule Cartier) | Made in France

A superb and rare Art Deco gentleman’s fitted travel vanity case by Cartier, crafted in France and retailed in London.

This luxurious tan leather case is fully fitted with an array of sterling silver grooming and toiletry accessories, all marked with the London import hallmarks for 1937 and the maker’s mark J.C, for Jacques-Théodule Cartier, managing director of Cartier London, then located on New Bond Street.

London, 1937 | Maker’s Mark: J.C (Jacques-Théodule Cartier) | Made in France

  • A superb and rare Art Deco gentleman’s fitted travel vanity case by Cartier, crafted in France and retailed in London.

    This luxurious tan leather case is fully fitted with an array of sterling silver grooming and toiletry accessories, all marked with the London import hallmarks for 1937 and the maker’s mark J.C, for Jacques-Théodule Cartier, managing director of Cartier London, then located on New Bond Street.

    London, 1937 | Maker’s Mark: J.C (Jacques-Théodule Cartier) | Made in France

  • The case contains:
    Three sterling silver-mounted perfume bottlesOne circular sterling silver lidded box

    One rectangular (elongated) silver lidded box

    Two silver-backed clothes brushes (one large, one small)

    One compartment housing two original fitted keys

    One empty compartment with five stitched leather loops (likely for razors, scissors, or grooming tools)

    The fitted interior is lined in matching tan leather, with tailored recesses for each component. The exterior retains the original stitched leather handle and dual latch closures. Stamped in gold: “CARTIER – London · Paris · New York – Made in France”.

    Hallmarks:
    Maker’s mark: J.C (Jacques-Théodule Cartier)

    Lion passant: Sterling silver standard

    Leopard’s head: London Assay Office

    Date letter “B”: 1937

    Import mark

    “925” for sterling silver fineness

    Individual Silver Weights:
    Perfume bottles (3): 911 g
    Round box: 155 g
    Elongated box: 397 g
    Larger brush: 99 g
    Smaller brush: 109 g

    Total silver weight: 1,671 grams

    Dimensions:
    Case: 45 cm (W) × 30 cm (H) × 5.8 cm (D)
    Perfume bottles: 10 cm (H) × 8 cm (W) × 3.5 cm (D)
    Round box: 9.5 cm (Diameter) × 3.1 cm (H)
    Elongated box: 16.5 cm (L) × 10.5 cm (W) × 3.5 cm (H)
    Larger brush: 16.5 cm (L) × 3.5 cm (W) × 3.5 cm (D)
    Smaller brush: 10.2 cm (L) × 6.4 cm (W) × 3.5 cm (D)

    Total weight including fitted case: 3,908 grams

    Provenance & Significance:
    Jacques-Théodule Cartier, part of the Cartier dynasty, managed the London branch during a key era of expansion and prestige. This vanity case exemplifies the brand’s legacy of refinement, merging practicality with timeless design. Rarely do such complete and well-preserved examples appear on the market, particularly with original silver components intact and clearly hallmarked.

    Condition Report:
    All silver pieces show surface wear consistent with age and use, with minor tarnishing and light scratches. One brush shows slight discolouration around the hallmark and is loose, needs to be fixes.
    The case exhibits edge wear and patina, with scuffing on the handle. The interior fittings remain structurally sound and clean. Original keys included.

  • ITEM LOCATION : United Kingdom
    SHIPPING FEE: Complimentary Express & Insured Shipping
    INCLUDED: Complimentary Gift Wrap Packaging & Certificate of Evaluation.
    RETURNS: 14-Days Return Policy, Money-Back Guarantee.

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