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FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE | Oiseau de verre
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description
- Oiseau de verre
- 19 x 30 x 11 cm ; 7 1/2 x 11 7/8 x 4 3/8 in.
designed in 1979pâte-de-verre and gilt metalStamped lalanne and with manufacturer's mark DAUM FRANCE on a wing, numbered 25/300 on the other
Condition
Good overall condition. The pâte-de-verre presents with some surface scratches, including some slightly more visibles on the wings and with four scuffs on the tail. There are two tiny casting flaws around the beak, inherent to the making. There is a flaw around one leg on the underside that could have been restored but appear to be original to the making. The pâte-de-verre presents with some irregularities inherent to the making. The edges of the wings present with a few very tiny chips, only visible upon close inspection. The gilt metal presents with some light tarnishing.
"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."