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Line Vautrin
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- Line Vautrin
- Four boxes and one ashtray, circa 1945-1950
- gilt bronze
- The largest : 3,1 x 15 x 15 cm ; 1 1/4 x 5 7/8 x 5 7/8 in.
four boxes and one ashtray in gilt bronze and cork
Each piece branded LINE VAUTRIN, the ashtray also monogrammed L.V.
Each piece branded LINE VAUTRIN, the ashtray also monogrammed L.V.
Provenance
Collection Jacques Grange, Paris
Literature
Line Vautrin, exhibition catalogue, Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe, Hamburg, April 16 - June, 29, 2003, pp. 93 and 109 for related examples
Condition
EN : All pieces in overall good condition with scattered surface scratches, very minute dents on the edges, light tarnishing of the gilt and light traces of oxidation, all consistent with age and use.
The ashtray presents with significant wear on the inside, consistent with use.
One of the boxes with some white enamel on the top (visible on the catalogue illustration). The enamel presents with signs of wear and has turned slightly yellow over time.
FR : Les cinq pièces en bon état général avec des rayures de surface éparses, de très petits enfoncements sur les arêtes, un léger ternissement de la dorure et de légères traces d'oxydation, l'ensemble cohérent avec l'âge et l'utilisation.
Le cendrier présente une usure plus importante à l'intérieur, cohérent avec l'utilisation. Une des boîtes avec de l'émail blanc sur le couvercle (visible sur l'illustration du catalogue) qui présente des traces d'usure et a légèrement jauni avec le temps.
"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."
"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."