Design

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Lot 139
  • 139

Claude Lalanne

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • Claude Lalanne
  • Pomme montre, circa 1995
  • Monogrammed C.L. and numbered 012/100 on one leaf, the watch signed Arthus-Bertrand PARIS
  • patinated bronze
  • Height : 9,5 cm ; 3 3/4 in.
patinated bronze, a watch incorporated in one quarter

Provenance

Private collection, Paris

Literature

For a related example :
Daniel Abadie, Lalanne(s), Paris, 2008, pp. 220-221
Les Lalanne, exhibition catalogue, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris March 17 – July 4, 2010, pp. 114 and 125

Condition

Good overall condition. Light handling wear to the patina. A few light surface scratches scattered, and a few more significant ones on the upper part of the apple, caused by the movement of the leaves (including a deeper one on approximately 2 cm). Sotheby's does not guarantee the working order of the clock movement
"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."

Catalogue Note

This lot is sold with a certificate from Arthus-Bertrand.