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Lot 60
  • 60

Jean Royère

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description

  • JEAN ROYÈRE
  • Trèfle dressing-table and stool, circa 1950-1960
  • red African woods : sipo (Entandrophragma utile) and sapelli (Entandrophragma cylindricum), faux fur, mirrored glass
  • Dressing table : 162 x 189,3 x 42,5 cm ; 63 3/4 x 74 1/2 x 16 3/4 in.
red African wood, metal and mirrored glass, upholstery

Provenance

Private collection, Lebanon

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Condition

Dressing table : Several cracks on the varnish and the veneer, especially on the sides and the base. One side with a few dents and three significant scratches, some of them with small lacks of veneer. The other side with scattered scratches, a few dents with small lacks of veneer and with important wear/light scuffed areas to the varnish especially along the corners. The front with scattered scuffs, dents, small lacks of veneer and a few cracks. Stool : cracks on the veneer and scratches scattered. Several cracks, scuffs and lacks of veneer have been poorly re-finished. The seat has been re-upholstered and is in very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."