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Jean Dunand (1877 - 1942)
Estimate
12,000 - 14,000 GBP
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Description
- A tray
underside impressed with artist's name and '5421'
- 47.5cm. long by 31.5cm. wide;
- 1ft 6¾in., 1ft 3/8 in.
polished metal, decorated with a geometric pattern heightened with brown lacquer
Condition
An unusual example of the oeuvre. With some old marks and scratches and very minor knocks in places, commensurate with age. The enamelled areas with slightly irregular edges and some losses. Some spotting to surface and small blemishes, particularly to underside.
"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."
Catalogue Note
A similarly decorated rectangular tray, signed and numbered 5970, is illustrated, Felix Marcilhac, Jean Dunand, London, 1991, fig.633, p.270 (formerly in the Collection of Alain Lesieutre).