Jean Royère

Naomi Leff, New York
Christie's New York, December 16, 2008, lot 222
Acquired from the above by the present owner

"Jean Royère, Décorateur," Ensembles Mobiliers, vol. 6, Paris, 1945 pl. 43
"La Résidence Française," Art et Industries, June 1947, no. VIII, pp. 20 and 45
Mobilier et Décoration, October 1946, p. 31 
Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Jean Royère, Paris, 2002, pp. 102, 154 and 236
Galerie Jacques Lacoste and Galerie Patrick Seguin, Jean Royère, Paris, 2012, vol. 1 pp. 169 and 240-241  and vol. 2 pp. 2, 39 and 151

Good overall condition. The patinated metal with a delicate brown patina, more subtle than in the catalogue illustration. The metal surfaces with a few light scratches and rubbing to the patina, consistent with age and gentle use. The lamp with its original socket, consistent with the patina of the lamp. The base in good condition, with a few minor light scratches and abrasions, consistent with age and normal use. The base with minor surface dirt concentrated in the recessed areas. The lamp has been fitted with a modern shade, consistent with the original design for the lamp. The shade with light surface dirt. A beautiful statement of the artist's aesthetic.
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.

Sotheby's would like to thank Jacques Lacoste for his assistance with the cataloguing of this lot.