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FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE | Petit rhinocéros mécanique
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 EUR
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Description
- Petit rhinocéros mécanique
- 24,4 x 53,6 x 16,2 cm ; 9 5/8 x 21 1/8 x 6 3/8 in.
designed in 1976
patinated copper, with flaps revealing compartments
Monogrammed FXL, stamped LALANNE and numbered 0/00 HC inside a cheek
Condition
Good overall condition consistent with age and use. The copper presents with some light scratches, light scuffs and tiny dents scattered. There are some instances of light oxidation with some scattered minute oxidation stains and some oxidation in the recessed areas. There are a few very rare and small vert-de-gris stains.
"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."