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Paul Dupré-Lafon (1900 - 1971) for Hermès
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A compendium desk clock
- clock face and leather base signed 'HERMÈS PARIS, the interior stamped 'DÉPOSÉ'
- 13cm. high by 12.5cm. square;
- 5¼in., 5in.
rotating gilt brass cube containing a manually wound clock, a barometer, a perpetual calendar with ivory date cylinder, a thermometer and a compass, mounted on a stepped stitched leather base
Condition
An attractive clock in good overall condition. Minor old marks and scratches. Brass with some tarnishing and wear to the gilding. Clock movement appears to be in working order, though this is not guaranteed. Some minor lifting to corners of leather base. A stylish piece ready for display.
"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 Thierry Couvrat Desvergnes, Paul Dupré-Lafon, décorateur des millionnaires, Paris, 1990, p. 200 for the collaboration between Dupré-Lafon and Hermès.