Georges Jouve
Pair of "Poule" Wall Sconces
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Georges Jouve
Pair of "Poule" Wall Sconces
circa 1948
glazed earthenware, parchment shades
14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm) high each excluding fittings
8 1/4 in. (20.9 cm) diameter of shades
Overall in very good condition. The glazed ceramic surfaces present with surface irregularities and minor open air bubbles inherent to production as well as light craquelure consistent with age and the natural evolution of the medium. The glazed ceramic presents with very faint scattered scratches and minor abrasions consistent with gentle use. The reverse of one “Poule” with a very minor chip to the glazed ceramic surface measuring approximately ⅛ in., not visually distracting when the sconce is installed. The ceramic with light surface soiling concentrated to the recessed contours. The shades are in excellent condition overall. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician. The sconces have been inspected under UV light and present with no apparent evidence of restoration.
The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance only. Any reference to condition in the condition report for the lot does not amount to a full description of condition. The images of the lot form part of the condition report for the lot. Certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot. In particular, the online images may represent colors and shades which are different to the lot's actual color and shades. The condition report for the lot may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the condition report for the lot or shown in the online images of the lot. The condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation. The condition report is a statement of opinion only. For that reason, the condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS ONLINE CONDITION REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE/BUSINESS APPLICABLE TO THE RESPECTIVE SALE.
1950 Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2004
Philippe Jousse, Georges Jouve, Paris, 2006, p. 189