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Emile Gallé (1846 - 1904)
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- A vase
- moulded mark to base, `Gallé' and leaf motif
- 16.5cm.;
- 6 1/2 in.
glass, the clear ground overalaid in opalescent deep red/purple and decorated with a spider's web strewn with carved maple leaves
Literature
similar vases are illustrated, Victor Arwas, Glass, Art Nouveau to Art Deco, London 1980, p.83.
Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Glass by Gallé, London 1984, p.65.
Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Glass by Gallé, London 1984, p.65.
Condition
Reds are much deeper than suggested by catalogue illustration and a much greater contrast. One flat area to underside of foot where a chip may have been polished out; and again a small area on the rim. Otherwise good.
"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."