René Lalique

Acquired directly from the firm, ca. 1928
Thence by descent

Overall in good original condition. This piece has remained with the original family since its purchase circa 1928. The glass in good condition with some minor surface scratches and surface abrasions, some rubbing to the patina and surface dirt. With one horizontally oriented scratch to the central body portion extending the width of the recessed body (approximately 2 ½ inches). Also with what appears to be two minor edge cracks, each measuring approximately ½ inch, concentrated to the drapery portion of the figure. The crack to the lower portion of the drapery with a sliver of a loss. We recommend that any interested individual view this piece in person to view these cracks. If you are unable to view the work in person, please contact Megan Whippen, at megan.whippen@sothebys.com or at 212-606-7170 to receive additional detailed images of the damaged portion of this figure. The sculpture remains on its original wooden base with some surface scratches and minor edge chips. With a slight separation to the seams, however the base remains structurally intact. An extremely rare model.
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