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Auguste-Hippolyte Sauvrezy and Théodore Deck
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Byzantine Center Table, dated 1863
- the base marked Sauvrezy Fb. St Antoine 97. the ceramic marked T-D 1863
- oak, faience
- 79.5 x 81 x 70 cm. (31 ¼ x 32 x 27 ½ in.)
oak, ceramic
Literature
Denise Ledoux-Lebard, Le Mobilier Français du XIX Siècle, Paris, 1989, pp. 570-571 for discussion on the work of Sauvrezy
Karen Zukowski, Creating the Artful Home: The Aesthetic Movement, Layton, 2006, p. 105 for information on Théodore Deck's practice
Karen Zukowski, Creating the Artful Home: The Aesthetic Movement, Layton, 2006, p. 105 for information on Théodore Deck's practice
Condition
Overall in excellent condition. There are some minor old marks and scattered chips notably to the outer rim of the table top. The colour of the ceramic top is very strong and defined, more so than in the catalogue photograph.
"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
Théodore Deck (1823-1891) mined historical styles and techniques for his subjects, thus creating ceramic pieces influenced by a wide variety of sources including the Renaissance ware of the Saint-Porchaire factory, vases and chargers from Japan and China and Islamic tiles and wares. As early as 1856, his fascination with Iznik tiles and their lively palette and composition inspired a broad range of wares, shape and decorations such as the present table top. Deck received much critical acclaim after his acceptance of a silver medal for one of his “Persian” faience at the Paris Exposition de l’Art Industriel.