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Deux lanternes pliantes en bois et une en nacre à monture en argent, Paris, 1717-1722
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- Deux lanternes pliantes en bois et une en nacre à monture en argent, Paris, 1717-1722
- Diam. 8,5 cm et 7,5 cm ; 3 1/4 in and 2 3/4 in
celle en nacre à décor de quartefeuilles
Condition
One wood lantern in overall good condition, the other one with a crack on the border, the mother-of-pearl one missing the small button on top to insert the hook.
Discharge marks legible on wood lanterns, less legible on mother-of-pearl lantern.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Pour une lanterne pliante en marqueterie de paille, voir: Catherine Arminjon - Nicole Blondel, Objets civils domestiques, Editions du Patrimoine, 1984, p. 427 n° 2051