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Jean-Michel Frank
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- Jean-Michel Frank
- Box, circa 1930
- shagreen and sycamore maple (acer pseudoplatanus)
- 5,6 x 20,3 x 12,1 cm ; 2 1/8 x 8 x 4 3/4 in.
box in shagreen and sycamore maple
Dedicated tendrement J-M on the underside of the top, inscribed RE CREVEL and with several sketches on the underside of the box
Dedicated tendrement J-M on the underside of the top, inscribed RE CREVEL and with several sketches on the underside of the box
Provenance
René Crevel
(...)
Alb Antiquités, Paris
Collection Jacques Grange, Paris
(...)
Alb Antiquités, Paris
Collection Jacques Grange, Paris
Literature
Jean-Michel Frank, Un décorateur dans le Paris des années 30, exhibition catalogue, Fondation Pierre Bergé-Yves Saint Laurent, Paris, October 2, 2009 - January 3, 2010, illustrated p. 106
Condition
EN : Good overall condition.
Light surface dirt on the shagreen.
The inside with multiple ink stains.
The underside with surface scratches consistent with use and a few cracks in the wood.
On the reverse of the top, traces of what is most likely a very small branded monogram of Chanaux & Pelletier.
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FR : Bon état général.
Léger encrassement de surface sur le galuchat.
L'intérieur présente de nombreuses tâches d'encre.
Le dessous avec de nombreuses rayures, cohérentes avec l'âge et l'utilisation et quelques fissures dans le bois.
Au revers du couvercle, traces de ce qui est très probablement une très petit monogramme de Chanaux & Pelletier.
"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."