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Serge Roche (1898 - 1988)
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- A pair of consoles
- 88cm. high by 89.5cm. wide by 45cm. deep;
- 2ft 10¾in., 2ft 11¼in., 1ft 5¾in.
painted and gessoed wood, the wood slabs above bifurcated stems of scrolling fronds, on square plinths
Literature
Patrick Mauriès, Serge Roche, Paris, 2006, p. 80 (for an illustration of a console of this form)
James Archer Abbott, Jansen Furniture, New York, 2007, p. 212 (a double console with a similar base illustrated)
James Archer Abbott, Jansen Furniture, New York, 2007, p. 212 (a double console with a similar base illustrated)
Condition
A stylish pair in good overall condition. Old marks and scratches overall. Wood with some cracks and chips, such as to just above the base and in the forward sweep of the fronds. Paint finish intentionally distressed. Bases stand on black painted wood blocks not illustrated in catalogue. Tops black painted wood, which have been repainted and which have extensive wear, marks and scratches. Wood plugs in tops covering screwheads either missing, damaged or no longer invisible.
"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."