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Line Vautrin
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Line Vautrin
- "La Sirène Dynamique" Compact
- impressed LINE/VAUTRIN
- gilt bronze, cream mother-of-pearl with an engraved mermaid and mirrored glass
Provenance
Collection of the artist
David Gill Galleries, London
Phillips, de Pury & Company, New York, December 14, 2006, lot 188
Acquired from the above by the present owner
David Gill Galleries, London
Phillips, de Pury & Company, New York, December 14, 2006, lot 188
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall excellent condition. The carved decoration on the exterior of the lid is articulated in great detail and remains in perfect condition. The mother of pearl with great luminosity and iridescence. The interior of the top fitted with a mirror and the interior of the bottom is with the original fitted silk insert. With some light surface dirt consistent with age and very gentle use. A wonderful compact in superb original condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.