- 11
Paul Hankar
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Occasional Table, circa 1897
- méranti and sipo woods
- 73.2 x 84.5 x 49 cm. (28 7/8 x 33 1/4 x 19 1/4 in.)
meranti, sipo
Provenance
Galerie duo 1900-1930, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2004
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2004
Literature
Pierre & François Loze, Belgium Art Nouveau: From Victor Horta to Antoine Pompe, Gent, 1991, p. 96 for a relatable example
Franco Borsi, Hans Wieser, Bruxelles: Capitale de l'Art Nouveau, Paris, 1993, p. 43, the model illustrated
Franco Borsi, Hans Wieser, Bruxelles: Capitale de l'Art Nouveau, Paris, 1993, p. 43, the model illustrated
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use with faint scattered surface scratches throughout and minor losses to two corners of the table. The underside with a minor seam separation running lengthwise which has been professionally stabilised and is only visible from the outer edges. A hairline on two stretchers, approximately 5 and 7 cm each, both appear stable.
"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
Borsi and Wieser suggest that this table may have been part of the furnishings of the Grand Hotel, Boulevard Anspach, Brussels, op. cit.