Lot 165
  • 165

Line Vautrin

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • Line Vautrin
  • "Très Virtues" Box
  • impressed LINE/VAUTRIN
  • gilt bronze and cork

Condition

Overall very good condition. With a few shallow surface scratches to the metal surface and some light rubbing to the metal, consistent with age and gentle handling. The poem decorating the exterior was authored by the fin-de-siècle French poet, Charles Péguy.
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.