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RENÉ LALIQUE | "Serpent" Vase, Marcilhac No. 896
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- René Lalique
- "Serpent" Vase, Marcilhac No. 896
- molded R. LALIQUE
- molded and frosted glass
- 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) high9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) diameter
- model introduced 1924
Provenance
Private Collection
Christie's New York, March 9, 2005, lot 94
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Christie's New York, March 9, 2005, lot 94
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
René Lalique et Cie, Lalique glass: the complete illustrated catalogue for 1932, New York, 1981, p. 28
Marie-Claude Lalique, Lalique, Geneva, 1981, p. 151
Félix Marcilhac, René Lalique, maître-verrier, 1860-1945: analyse de l'œuvre et catalogue raisonné, Paris, 1989, pp. 107 and 416, no. 896
Marie-Claude Lalique, Lalique, Geneva, 1981, p. 151
Félix Marcilhac, René Lalique, maître-verrier, 1860-1945: analyse de l'œuvre et catalogue raisonné, Paris, 1989, pp. 107 and 416, no. 896
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The glass surfaces present with very minor and light traces of surface wear and some light surface soiling, consistent with age and gentle use. A beautiful example of one of Lalique most iconic designs of the Art Deco period.
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.