Emile Gallé

verre soufflé-moulé, décor gravé à l'acide

FR : Le plus grand : Très bon état général. Quelques traces de salissure à l'intérieur du vase. Le plus petit : Très bon état général. Traces de salissures que l'ensemble de la surface et à l'intérieur. Le vase est légèrement repris a la roue et martelé à certains endroits sur le flanc. Quelques rayures d'usage sur la base, notamment une plus importante d'environ 2 cm de long et quelques infimes éclats d'usage près de la base. EN : The largest one : Very good overall condition. Some dirt stains on the inside of the vase. The smallet one : Very good overall condition. Some dirt stains throughout the surface and on the inside. The vase has been slightly wheel-carved and hammered at some places.Some scratches consistent with use on the base, including a more important one of approximately 2 cm and a few very minor chips to the base, consistent with use.
"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."