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A SUITE OF SIX GILT-BRONZE AND GLASS WALL LIGHTS BY GEORGES GEFFROY AND THE MAISON TOULOUSE, CIRCA 1950, FOR ARTURO LOPEZ-WILLSHAW |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 60 cm ; Height 23 2/3 in
(small elements missing)
Provenance
Former collection of Arturo Lopez-Willshaw (1900-1962), then Robert de Balkany (1931-2015) on the yacht Gaviota IV (Marala)
Literature
P. Arizzoli-Clementel, Georges Geffroy (1905-1971), une légende du grand décor français, Paris, 2016, p. 64 (ill.) and p. 69, n.15
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable minor scratches and marks due to age and use. The screws to fix the glasses to the snakes are missing but they can be easily replaced. A cover is slightly distorted. The finials were originally fitted with a moon crescent and a star. Only two finials have still this ornament which can be easily reproduced. The electrical fitting is incomplete. Very decorative model with a great provenance.
"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 sconces adorned the Turkish room of the yacht.