Jean-Michel Frank

Christie's Paris, May 16, 2007, lot 254

Delphine and Reed Krakoff, Houses That We Dreamt Of: The Interiors of Delphine and Reed Krakoff, New York, 2017, p. 63 (for the present lot illustrated)

Overall good condition consistent with age and use. The wood is dried overall, more especially on the top and the reverse of the mirror, with some cracks in the wood. The top of the dressing table is slightly discolored overall and presents with several lighter circular stains. The corners of the top present with some small chips to the veneer, slightly more significant on the two proper right corners. The elements of the base are slightly disjoined, with some liftings of wood and a few small chips at the bottom, partially visible on the catalogue illustration. The underside of the top presents with two chips of veneer including a larger one of approximately 2 ½ x 1 inches not visible when facing the dressing table. Very few and very rare traces of previous woodworms holes scattered. Some V-shaped metal elements have been added later to fix the mirrors to the base and prevent the mirrors from moving.
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.

This lot is offered together with a Certificate of Authenticity from the Comité Jean-Michel Frank.