- 69
Philippe Hiquily
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ceiling Light, designed 1960, executed 2008
- stamped EA 1/2 / HIQUILY / ELIE HIRSCH / POUR LELOUCH
AP 1 from an edition of 8 + 2 AP + 2 HC - brass
- 40 H x 85 W cm. (15 3/4 x 33 1/2 in.)
produced by Elie Hirsch for Editions Lelouch
hammered brass
hammered brass
Literature
J.F. Mathey, Antagonismes 2. L'objet, exh. cat., Paris, 1962, p. 66 for the original model
Jean-François Roudillon & Tara Hiquily, Philippe Hiquily, Catalogue Raisonné, 1948-2011, vol. 2, Paris, 2012, p. 102
Jean-François Roudillon & Tara Hiquily, Philippe Hiquily, Catalogue Raisonné, 1948-2011, vol. 2, Paris, 2012, p. 102
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age. The hammered brass with minor wear at the edges. An inconsistency in patination at one edge, approximately 1 inch. Sothebys does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
"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
The original model for this ceiling light, from the collection of the Marquis de Ségur, was presented at Antagonismes 2. L'Objet, at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, March-April 1962.
This piece has been authenticated by the Hiquily Committee, from which a certificate can be obtained on request.