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Lot 104
  • 104

François-Xavier Lalanne

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description

  • François-Xavier Lalanne
  • fauteuil Oiseau de marbre, transat 1974
  • Porte au revers sur une plaque en métal le cachet FxL Lalanne daté 74 et numéroté 1/6 sous l'assise
  • Hauteur : 107,5 cm ( 43 1/3 in.) Largeur : 113,5 cm (44 1/2 in.) Profondeur : 157 cm ( 61 4/5 in.)
assise, dossier et accoudoirs en marbre penthélique blanc, l'armature en fer forgé peint en noir formant le piétement

Provenance

Collection privée, Belgique

Condition

Bon état général Restauration postérieure sur l'ensemble de la pièce. Quelques infimes éclats de marbre, sur les arêtes de la queue, ainsi que sur les arêtes des accotoirs. Petit éclat sur le bec et trace de restauration. La structure en métal avec de légères traces d'oxydation et de fines rayures. Depuis son année d'acquisition 1975, ce fauteuil a été placé à l'extérieur. Good overall condition. Traces of later restoration on the piece. Some tiny dents on the marble, on the edges of the tail as well as on the edges of the armrests. Small dents on the beak, and trace of restoration. The metal structure shows slight traces of oxidizing and thin scratches. Since its acquisition in 1975, this armchair has been outside.
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.