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François-Xavier Lalanne
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- François-Xavier Lalanne
- Three Petit "Mouton de Pierre"
- each signed FXL and respectively numbered 4/8 A, 4/8 B and 4/8 C
- patinated bronze
- height: 10 5/8 inches
Provenance
Studio of the artist Ben Brown Fine Arts, London, 2005
Literature
Delphine and Reed Krakoff, Houses That We Dreamt Of: The Interiors of Delphine and Reed Krakoff, New York, 2017, pp. 4 and 21 (for the present lot illustrated)
Condition
Overall excellent condition. The bronze surfaces of each sheep present with some occasional extremely minor surface scratches and abrasions consistent with age and gentle handling. Each sheep with occasional scattered and extremely minor casting flaws inherent in the making and not visually detractive. A very charming tabletop design by Lalanne.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.