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Louis Majorelle
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Louis Majorelle
- Banquette
- walnut and fabric upholstery
Provenance
Maîtres Albinet et Néret-Minet, Paris, June 21, 1978
Jean-Claude Brugnot, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1983-1984
Jean-Claude Brugnot, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1983-1984
Literature
Marie-Christine Delacroix, "Le Mobilier Majorelle," L'Estampille, September 1978, p. 18 (for the present lot illustrated)
Alastair Duncan, Fin de Siècle Masterpieces from the Silverman Collection, New York, 1989, pp. 94-95, cat. no. 48 (for the present lot illustrated)
Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle: Master of Art Nouveau Design, London, 1991, pl. 60
Alastair Duncan, Fin de Siècle Masterpieces from the Silverman Collection, New York, 1989, pp. 94-95, cat. no. 48 (for the present lot illustrated)
Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle: Master of Art Nouveau Design, London, 1991, pl. 60
Condition
Good overall condition. The wood surfaces presents with a few minor surface scratches, edge abrasions and surface dirt consistent with age and gentle use. The lower portions of the legs with some expected abrasions and surface scratches. The seams of constructions are visible which does not affect the stability of the piece. With a minor restoration to the lower edge of the seat, visible in the catalogue illustration. The banquette has been recently reupholstered and the upholstery is in very good 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.
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.