- 125
Emile Gallé (1846 - 1904)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- An 'Ecume de Mer' Vase
- underside with carved mark 'Gallé'
- 15cm. high;
- 5¾in.
glass, carved, applied and internally decorated, the clear ground overlaid in smoky brown/olive and engraved with seaweed fronds on a martelé ground, with verre églomisé applications hanging from the neck
Provenance
Sotheby Parke Bernet Monaco S.A., Arts Decoratifs, Styles 1900 et 1925, 24 September 1978, lot 45
Literature
Variations of the design illustrated Nancy Galeries Poirel, L'Ecole de Nancy, 1889-19-9, Art Nouveau et Industries d'Art, exhibition catalogue, 1999, Réunion des Musées Nationaux, p. 301, fig. 125
P. Garner, Emile Gallé, London, 1976, p.122
Condition
A decorative vase. The colour is less yellow than the catalogue illustration suggests. There is an internal fracture to the glass, possibly caused during the manufacturing process, which passes from the right of one of the largest applications, around the base of this application and to the left. Approximately total length is 9cm. There are some small typical bubbles and seeds visible within the glass, and one internal bubble close to the base, approximately 2cm. long visible on the interior. The interior shows minor scratches and deposits consistent with use. Some typical minor wear to the underside. An interesting and well carved piece from this well documented series. The estimate reflects the presence of the the internal fracture.
"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
See also Sotheby's New York, Important Gallé Glass, 11 June 1992, lot 26