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Emile Gallé
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Emile Gallé
- "Sauterelle et Chrysanthèmes" Vase
- signed in red enamel Décor/depose/Gallé à Nancy with the Croix de Lorraine
- enameled glass heightened with gilding
Provenance
Private European Collection
Christie's London, October 13, 2004, lot 83
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Christie's London, October 13, 2004, lot 83
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall in excellent original condition. When viewed in person, the vase presents with monumental scale and vivid blue and red. The white of the chrysanthemums contrasts beautifully with the smoked glass color. The glass with a few minor air bubbles and particulate inclusions inherent in the making and not visually distracting. The surfaces with a few very light surface scratches and minor wear to the enameled and gilt decoration, consistent with age and gentle use. A rare and important early work by Emile Galle, which displays with extraordinary presence when viewed in person.
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.