Lot 32
  • 32

Gallé

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gallé
  • Vase parlant, 1914
  • Porte l'inscription Qui s'y frotte s'y pique, 1914, signé Gallé en camée à l'acide
  • glass
  • Hauteur : 27 cm (10 5/8 in.) Diamètre : 7,3 cm (2 7/8 in.)
verre doublé à décor gravé à l'acide de l'aigle couronné germanique, du chardon et de la croix de Lorraine

Provenance

Collection privée, Milan

Condition

Good overall condition. A vertical line of cameo decoration runs fro, the eagle's beak through the thistle, this is inherent in the manufacturing process (photograph available on request). Some flat facets below the frieze parlant - also believed to have been done at the time of manufacture. The cameo mark has a * (star) to the left.
"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."