JEAN-MICHEL FRANK | Dressing mirror

oak and mirrored glass

Family of the artist, Paris and thence by descent

Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Jean-Michel Frank, Paris, 2006, p. 58

Good overall condition. The mirrored glasses present with a few light surface scratches and a few rare tiny spots of oxidation to the silvering. The proper left mirrored glass presents with several oxidation stains to the silvering on one half (not visible in the catalogue illustration). The wooden frame presents with a few darker small stains scattered and with a few previous woodworms holes. One upper corner of the proper left element presents with a chip of wood of approximately 3,5 x 0,7 cm (not visible when the mirror is open). The back wooden panels of the elements presents with some light scratches, with a few missing nails and some previous nail holes (with come small chips all around).
"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.
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This lot is sold with a certificate from the Jean-Michel Frank Committee.