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Paul Dupré-Lafon
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- PAUL DUPRÉ-LAFON
- "Valet de Nuit"
- branded P.DUPRE-LAFON and HERMES PARIS
- leather, cerused oak and brass
- leather executed by Hermes, Paris
Provenance
L'Arc en Seine, Paris, 2005
Literature
Thierry Couvrat Desvergnes, Paul Dupré-Lafon: Décorateur des Millionnaires, Paris, 1990, pp. 204-205 (for related models)
Condition
Overall in good original condition. The wooden surfaces with minor surface scratches, general wear and light discoloration, consistent with age and gentle use. Edge wear, cracking and edge wear to the leather, consistent with age and gentle use. The tray is lightly warped, consistent with age and normal use. The metal surfaces with some surface scratches. The balls at the mid-portion of the standard have a silvered effect that look original. An elegant piece in original condition. An elegant and functional piece, iconic of Dupre-Lafon'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.
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.
Catalogue Note
This lot has been authenticated by the legal successors of Paul Dupré-Lafon