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René Lalique
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Jet d'Eau': A pair of wall appliques
- glass
- 79cm. high by 40cm. wide (excl. frame);
- 2ft 7in., 1ft 3 3/4 in.
moulded and frosted glass, each modelled with a water fountain above the light fitting (lower basins lacking)
Provenance
Christie's New York, 11 June 1994, lot 336
Condition
A striking and decorative pair of good overall appearance. Mould lines visible in places, consistent and typical of manufacture. One has a chip 3cm by 1.5cm. to the lower edge in the frosted panel, the other has a small chip to the top right hand corner (facing) almost concealed by mount. In later silvered frames. The glass bowls which would have acted as a shade and hidden the lower light fittings are lacking. Not examined out of frames.
"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."