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Hector Guimard
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Hector Guimard
- Three crémones and two handles, designed circa 1896 and 1898
- bronze
- Tallest : 18 cm ; 7 in.
gilt bronze and patinated bronze
The crémones numbered FT201 and each numbered twice 1, 2 or 3 on the reverse, the gilt handle numbered FT725 on the reverse ; the patinated bronze handle with a marble base
The crémones numbered FT201 and each numbered twice 1, 2 or 3 on the reverse, the gilt handle numbered FT725 on the reverse ; the patinated bronze handle with a marble base
Literature
Guimard, exhibition catalogue, Musée d'Orsay, Paris, April 13 - July 26, 1992, pp. 150-151
Hector Guimard, Castel Béranger, Métropolitan Bolivar, exhibition catalogue, Museum Villa Stuck, Munich, July 8 - August 22, 1999, pl. 35 and 57
Hector Guimard, Castel Béranger, Métropolitan Bolivar, exhibition catalogue, Museum Villa Stuck, Munich, July 8 - August 22, 1999, pl. 35 and 57
Condition
Good overall condition.
Light wear to the patina throughout, minor dents and some traces of oxidation on all the pieces, consistent with age and gentle use.
A lack of gilt on an area of approximately 2 cm of diameter on the gilt handle.
The one handle with a marble base is not fixed to the base. The marble with several chips along the edges.
Old paper labels on two pieces.
"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."
Catalogue Note
These pieces were designed for the Castel Béranger and realised by Maison Fontaine.