Gabriel Argy-Rousseau

Collection of Elton John
Sotheby's London, The Elton John Collection, September 7, 1988, lot 5
Christie’s New York, December 10, 1998, lot 110
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Overall in excellent original condition. When viewed in person, the vase presents with a slightly more purple hue than seen in the catalogue illustration, with the apples in a bright red orange. The pate de verre with minor air bubbles and particulate inclusions inherent in the making and not at all visually distracting. One of the apple pickers with a few small open air bubbles around its body, not visually distracting and inherent in the making. An iconic design by Argy Rousseau, each of the pickers presents in a different and dynamic position.
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.