Louis Majorelle

Sotheby Parke Bernet New York, June 19, 1979, lot 482  (for one table)
Private Collection, California
Christie's New York, March 24, 1990, lots 127 and 128
Acquired from the above by the present owner

M. D. Hofmann, "Emile Gallé und Louis Majorelle, unbekannte, Arbeiten und stilistische Bemerkungen, ein Beitrag zur Ecole de Nancy," Kunst in Hessen und im Mittelrhein, vol. 8, 1968, pp. 72-73

Overall in good condition. Each present with evidence of a later finish and with some minor cracking to the veneer consistent with age and technique. The tops of each with minor gentle nicks, scratches and abrasions consistent with gentle age and use. One of the tables with evidence of water discolorations to the lower open shelf. The other table with minor staining to the marble interior and with two long restored breaks in the marble to one of the upright side panels. One end table with a number of splits and cracks to wood where screws hold the back panel in place. Please note that when this suite of furniture was originally offered for sale by Sotheby's in 1979, there was only one bedside table in the group. Therefore these are presently sold as a matched pair.
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.