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FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE | "Pigeon" Table Lamp
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- "Pigeon" Table Lamp
- inscribed FXL, impressed ARTCURIAL, and numbered 502/900 and
- bronze, patinated copper, glass
- 8 1/4 x 10 1/2 x 5 1/8 in. (21 x 26.7 x 13 cm)
- circa 1996
number 502 from an edition of 900
Provenance
Private Collection, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Daniel Abadie, Lalanne(s), Paris, 2008, p. 131
Les Lalanne, exh. cat., Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, 2010, p. 114
Les Lalanne, exh. cat., Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, 2010, p. 114
Condition
Overall good condition. The lamp presents with some loss to the patina and light surface scratches throughout, the latter concentrated on the right wing. Minor signs of oxidation concentrated on the feet. All are consistent with age, gentle use, and natural evolution of the material. This is a wonderfully playful and functional design by François-Xavier Lalanne. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician. The lamp is currently wired with a 220 plug (continental european plug).
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.
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.