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Lot 51
  • 51

Jean-Michel Frank

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description

  • Jean-Michel Frank
  • Six panel screen, circa 1925
  • straw marquetry and painted wood
  • Each panel : 101,8 x 39,3 cm ; 40 x 15  1/2  in.
straw marquetry, painted wood and metal

Provenance

Collection Yves Saint Laurent & Pierre Bergé, Paris
Christie's Paris, Collection Yves Saint Laurent et Pierre Bergé, February 24, 2008, lot 340
Private collection, Belgium

Literature

Léopold Diego Sanchez, Jean-Michel Frank, Paris, 1997, pp. 69, 70 and 122

Condition

This screen has most likely been previously restored. Straw marquetry : Minor scratches and dents scattered. Minor losses of straw scattered and especially along the edges. The proper right panel with a significant horizontal scratch on the center of approximately 7 cm long and a vertical lack of straw of approximately 14 cm long (0,5 cm of width at the base and less than 0,1 cm of width at the top). The lower part of the proper right panel is slightly dried out, discoloured and with humidity stains. Painted wood: Scratches, scuffs, minor dents and small lacks of paint scattered. A slightly faded area on the upper/center part of the proper left panel. The center panel appears very slightly curved.
"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."

Catalogue Note

This lot will be sold with a certificate from the Jean-Michel Frank Committee