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Lot 43
  • 43

Pierre Chareau

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
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Description

  • Pierre Chareau
  • Paire d'appliques LA254, vers 1925
  • iron, alabaster
  • Chacune : 40 x 14 x 10,5 cm (15 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 4 1/8 in.)
fer battu et albâtre 

Literature

Marc Vellay et Kenneth Frampton, Pierre Chareau, Paris, 1984, pp. 127 et 158
Pierre Chareau, architecte, un art intérieur
, catalogue d'exposition Centre Pompidou, 3 novembre 1993 - 17 janvier 1994, pp. 127, 183 et 188

Condition

FR : Bon état général La structure en métal avec trace d'oxydation et rayures d'usage en surface. Trois blocs en albâtre en partie devenu très blancs du fait de la chaleur de l'ampoule utilisée. Deux blocs changés sur l'une des appliques . Traces de restaurations anciennes sur l'un des cache ampoule. EN : Good overall condition. Some scratches to the metal structure and oxidizing. Some alabaster blocks became partially white due to the heat of the bulbs used. Trace of an old repair to one of the cache ampoule. Two blocks on one wall light were changed.
"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."