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Henri Rapin
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Armoire, circa 1904
- oak, copper
- 214 x 215 x 48 cm. (84 1/4 x 84 5/8 x 18 7/8 in.)
executed by Rabussier et Gagnant with metalwork by Régius, Paris
oak with inlaid decoration, hammered and patinated wrought iron
oak with inlaid decoration, hammered and patinated wrought iron
Provenance
Miler Casa d'Arte, Capolago
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2004
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2004
Literature
Alastair Duncan, The Paris Salons 1895-1914, volume III: Furniture, Suffolk, 1996, p. 481 for a relatable example
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, pp. 372-373, illustrated
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, pp. 372-373, illustrated
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. Six mounting pins missing from some of the hinge plates. Three keys are provided.
"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."