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François-Xavier Lalanne
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- François-Xavier Lalanne
- Pair of "Crapaud" Chairs
- laminated molded polyester
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by Alexandre Iolas, New York, circa 1968
Private Collection, New York
Christie's New York, December 15, 2010, lot 413
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Patrick D'Elme, "Histoire des Lalannes," Cimaise, January 1970, p. 55
Les Lalannes, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris, 1975, pp. 72-73
"Atelier Lalanne," Architectural Digest, February 1981, p. 113
Daniel Marchesseau, Les Lalanne, Paris, 1998, p. 38
Les Lalannes, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris, 1975, pp. 72-73
"Atelier Lalanne," Architectural Digest, February 1981, p. 113
Daniel Marchesseau, Les Lalanne, Paris, 1998, p. 38
Condition
Overall very good original condition. With some scattered surface dirt. Each of the chairs showing minor losses adjacent to the fastening hardware at the sides of the chair back, which are consistent with use. Some evidence of restoration to these areas also, which are visible by the overpainting which is slightly different in tone. Both chairs with evidence of prior restoration to cover what appear to be cracks to the surface beginning at the fasteners of the backrests. These are executed in the same overpaint color, and the appearance could be minimized with professional restoration. One chair with an additional small area of lifting, measuring less than one inch in length to the chair frame adjacent to the chair back element. The chairs throughout show minor surface scratches and some small isolated areas of cracking to the surface. The interior of both chairs with some light surface dirt.
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.