Lot 207
  • 207

Marcel Bouraine

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Marcel Bouraine
  • Maribou Stork Bookends
  • each signed Bouraine, stamped MADE FRANCE and 626

  • ivory, nickel-plated bronze and marble

Provenance

Richard Bertine, Los Angelos, 1984

Condition

Generally good overall condition. Rubbing and oxidization to the silvering as expected. Some surface dents to the head of one stork. The one also has chipping and losses to the base and a slight reduction to the tip of its beak. With some corner and edge roughness to the marble. Fine cracks to the ivory as seen in the catalogue illustration.
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.