This is a wonderful Sterling Silver Miniature Hat Form Ring Holder from the personal desktop of Hollywood Icon Lauren Bacall. We purchased the collection of items from Ms. Bacall's desktop at the Bonham's auction of her estate. The Miniature Hat comes with the Bonham's tag guaranteeing it to be from the estate of Ms. Bacall. The Mexican sombrero motif hat has the word Mexico and images of fighting cocks, sombrero, ale jug, wine bottle and a serape blanket. Ms. Bacall was a huge fan of Mexico and the wonderful folk arts of Mexico.
The Ring Holder is hallmarked Sterling 925 and letters that I believe are MGS.
It is 3.5 inches across and 1.25 inch tall.
Here is your opportunity to own a piece of Hollywood History - from the personal desktop of one of the 20th Century's most iconic stars.
From an article about the sale of Ms. Bacall's estate:
"Bonhams’ auction last week of the Lauren Bacall Collection realized $3.46 million, closer to $5 million when you factor in two Henry Moore sculptures that sold separately in November. The sale included 32 lots from the legendary screen and stage star’s jewelry collection, which together fetched $503,000. Many pieces far exceeded their estimates.
The two-day auction included everything from household items from Bacall’s New York apartment to Impressionist paintings from her extensive art collection. More than 1,500 bidders from 34 countries attempted to purchase a piece of Old Hollywood glamour, demonstrating once again the mysterious but undeniable power of provenance.
We also have jewels from the estates of Opera Legend Jessye Norman...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Unknown Desk Accessories
MaterialsSilver, Sterling Silver