Louis Majorelle

acajou mouluré, bronze doré et velours brodé d'origine

Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle, Master of Art Nouveau Design, Londres, 1991, p. 109

FR : Etat d'usage Petites décolorations et tâches au vernis. Egratignures, chocs et quelques manques, principalement au dos et au niveau des pieds de trois des chaises. Le dos de chaque chaise présente de petits déboitements. Traces de restaurations anciennes. Les sangles d'une des chaises abimées. Le velours d'origine est usé, avec des éléments en application manquants, l'état est bon relativement à l'âge et l'utilisation. Pas de déchirures. EN : Condition consistent with age and use Small discolorations and stains on the finish. Scratches, dents and some lacks, essentially on the back and the feet of the chairs. The back of each chair is slightly disjointed. Traces of old restorations. One of the chairs with damaged straps. The original velvet is worn, with some appliqués elements missing, in fair condition consistent with age and use, no tears.
"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."