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Pleyel, Wolff, Lyon & Cie. Fl. circa 1882 AN ART NOUVEAU GILT METAL MOUNTED BURL MAPLE HARP Paris, circa 1900
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Pleyel, Wolff, Lyon & Cie.
- gilt metal, burl maple, other base woods
- height 6 ft 1 1/2 in.
- 186.5 cm
inscribed Pleyel, Wolff, Lyon & Cie. (Paris)/155./harpe.syste GVE. LYON (BREVETÉ) on each side.
Condition
Overall in fair condition. All cords will need to be replaced; some are missing and others are broken. The giltwood top of the harp has been badly repainted in gold coloring and the maker's mark on one side has been partially painted over. The gilt bronze shows traces of tarnishing and dirt; veneers show vertical cracquelure. The vertical stem shows a large crack in the maple veneer (approx. 17 inches.)
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.