Maxime Old

encadrement en bois doré et parcloses en miroirs et miroirs teintés

Yves Badetz, Maxime Old, Paris, 2000, p. 159

FR : Bon état général. La dorure est légèrement usée par endroits. Une fêlure et quelques très petits chocs à la jonction entre les miroirs. Une branche a été remplacée. L'état du dos est différent des exemplaires connus, il semblerait que le panneau du dos ait été reconstitué par une personne non-spécialiste. Monsieur Olivier Old, fils de l'artiste a validé l'authenticité du miroir et pourra assister l'acheteur à le restaurer dans son état d'origine. EN : Good overall condition. The gilt is slightly worn. One crack and very minor chips at the junction between some mirrors. One arm has been replaced. The back is slightly different from those of other known models. It might have been repaired by a non-specialist. Mr Olivier Old, the artist's son has asserted the authenticity of this mirror and could assist the buyer in restoring the mirror to its original condition.
"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."

Nous remercions Monsieur Oliver Old, ayant droit de Maxime Old d'avoir authentifié ce miroir