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Louis Majorelle
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Louis Majorelle
- Two-Tier Table
- signed in marquetry L Majorelle
carved fruitwood, marquetry and gilt-bronze
Literature
Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle: Master of Art Nouveau Design, London, 1991, p. 104
Alastair Duncan, The Paris Salons: 1895-1914, Volume III: Furniture, London, 1996, p. 382
Alastair Duncan, The Paris Salons: 1895-1914, Volume III: Furniture, London, 1996, p. 382
Condition
In generally good overall condition. There are areas of water damage to the top as seen in the catalogue illustration. The undertier has areas of veneer and inpaint restoration, where it meets the legs. The piece has some overall looseness and would benefit from a light restoration. Some restoration and carving loss notably at joins of the supports, some of which have new screws.
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.