{"product_id":"vintage-les-must-de-cartier-brass-vanity-mirror-1970s-black-cabochon-france","title":"Vintage Les Must de Cartier Brass Vanity Mirror 1970s Black Cabochon France","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrand: Les Must de Cartier\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem: Freestanding Vanity \/ Dressing Table Mirror\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: France\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Circa 1970s–1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStyle: Luxury \/ Art Deco Revival \/ Hollywood Regency\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Polished gold-tone metal \/ brass, mirrored glass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeature: Black oval cabochon-style detail to upper frame\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarking: “les must de Cartier” script to lower front\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrientation: Portrait\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdjustment: Pivoting \/ tilting mirror on articulated pedestal support\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBase: Rectangular pedestal base with red felt underside\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvenance: From the estate of a former Cartier employee\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal Packaging: Not present\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA striking vintage Les Must de Cartier dressing-table mirror from the glamorous Must de Cartier era, made particularly interesting by its provenance from the estate of a former Cartier employee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDating to approximately the 1970s–1980s, the mirror features a beautifully architectural polished gold-tone frame with rounded vertical rails, an adjustable pivoting pedestal and a distinctive black oval cabochon-style detail at the crown. The lower front is prominently inscribed “les must de Cartier.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design corresponds closely with documented vintage Les Must de Cartier vanity mirrors from the period, combining Cartier’s unmistakable luxury aesthetic with a practical adjustable tabletop design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe black cabochon provides a particularly distinctive Cartier design cue, contrasting beautifully against the highly polished gold finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than simply a functional dressing-table mirror, this is a superb decorative object in its own right and an unusual addition to a collection of vintage Cartier, luxury accessories or 1970s designer interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition – see detailed notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage piece showing expected evidence of age and use:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Mirror glass presents very well with good reflective clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Polished gold-tone frame remains bright and impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Black oval cabochon-style feature is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* “les must de Cartier” script remains clearly visible to the lower front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Pivoting \/ tilting mechanism is present and functioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Noticeable age-related spotting, oxidation and tarnishing is present to the pedestal and rectangular base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Light scratches, marks and surface wear are present throughout consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some finish wear is visible around the edges of the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Red felt remains fitted to the underside of the base and shows age, dust and general wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No original box, receipt or other Cartier documentation accompanies the mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe age-related patina has been left as found rather than aggressively polished or restored.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis mirror was acquired from the estate of a former Cartier employee, providing an interesting and relevant connection to the history of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eComparable examples of this distinctive Les Must de Cartier vanity mirror design have been attributed to France and the 1970s–1980s period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile its design, markings and provenance are consistent with documented Les Must de Cartier examples, no original receipt, box or Cartier certificate accompanies the mirror and it has not been independently authenticated by Cartier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? 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