- 328
Pierre Lardin
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A wall mirror
- 95.5cm. high by 65.5cm. wide;
- 3ft 1½in., 2ft 1¾in.
white painted wood and verre églomisé, the frame formed as a stylised cross pattée surrounding an octagonal mirrored panel
Condition
A stylish mirror in good overall condition. Some old marks and scratches generally. Frame later re-painted, with a number of paint marks to the reverse and a slightly uneven surface texture. A few chips and cracks are present in the paint.. Typical ageing to the verre églomisé, which is extensively tarnished and foxed. The replaced mirror panel also has some foxing and scratching. Attractive and ready for use and 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
The model appears in Bruno Foucart and Jean Louis Gaillemin, Les décorateurs des années 40, 1998, p. 43.