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Chanel

Chanel Camellia Drawing Round Brooch, White Cabochon with Crystal Border, Spring 2008 (08P), with Box

Name: Chanel Camellia Drawing Round Brooch, White Cabochon with Crystal Border, Spring 2008 (08P), with Box
Brand: Chanel
SKU: JP-LT-j1229213275
Price: 1050.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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A camellia sketched in ink and watercolour, sealed under a white cabochon and ringed with crystals. Chanel’s “camellia drawing” brooch from Spring 2008, a rarity in the round, with its box.

The Piece

The camellia was Gabrielle Chanel’s flower, scentless and perfect, and the house has rendered it in silk, leather, enamel and diamonds. The 08P drawing series took a different route, printing a loose botanical sketch beneath glass so the flower looks hand-painted on porcelain.

At 47 mm the brooch is a focal point on a lapel or a scarf. The pin has a slight bend and there is a trace of adhesive on the reverse, both shown in the photographs; neither affects wear.

Details

Maker: Chanel
Model: Camellia drawing round brooch
Season: Spring 2008 (08P stamp)
Origin: Made in Italy
Material: Gold-tone metal, resin cabochon, crystal
Fastening: Pin with roll-over clasp
Measurements: 47 × 47 mm (1.9 × 1.9 in)
Included: Chanel box (marked)

Condition

Very good condition overall, with light surface marks and fine scratches.
The pin has a slight bend; a trace of adhesive remains on the reverse, shown in the eighth photograph.
The box shows marks.

Condition grade A (very good) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.

Authenticity & Care

The season stamp, the weight and finish of the metal, the plating, the stone setting and the clasp are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep the cabochon away from solvents and heat; soft dry cloth only.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Every sale is final; please ask anything before you buy, and see our published policy.

Considered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with Layaway Privilege™.

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