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Jean Després
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Després
- Two-Handled Pedestal Bowl
- engraved J. Després
- partially hammered and silver-plated metal
Provenance
Harmath Family Patriarch, Budapest, Hungary, circa 1930s
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Literature
Melissa Gabardi, Jean Després, London, 2009, p. 145
Condition
Overall in very good condition. With some light surface scratches throughout and some minor discoloration of the silver in the recessed areas of the foot. This piece has been recently sensitively polished to remove very minor surface tarnishing.
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.