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Jean Besnard
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Besnard
- Collection of 14 Ashtrays
- 10 incised Jean/Besnard; three incised with artist's monogram and one incised Jean/Besnard/1937
- glazed earthenware and terracotta
Condition
Overall very good condition. Each of the pieces display minor inclusions to the glazed surfaces which are inherent in the making and not a issue of condition. Three of the ashtrays with minor chips to the glaze. Each with light surface rubbing and some surface dirt to recessed areas. One of the blue ashtrays is executed in terracotta. A superb set of assembled works, acquired from Galier Jacques Lacoste, Galerie de Beyrie and at a Paris auctions.
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.