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René Lalique
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- René Lalique
- Flower Comb
- signed LALIQUE
- horn, gold, glass
Condition
Overall in good condition. When viewed in person, the horn and glass display beautiful nuances and great poetic presence. The horn surfaces with a few minor and shallow surface scratches, minute abrasions and light surface soiling commensurate with age and gentle use. The proper left tooth of the comb with a minor and very sensitively undertaken restoration at the top, only visible upon close inspection. The glass with light surface soiling commensurate with age and gentle use. The upper petal of the proper right flower has possibly been polished at some point in the history of the piece. An extremely delicate design, which epitomizes René Lalique's Art Nouveau sensibility at the beginning of his career.
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.