François-Xavier Lalanne
Le Bain des Éléphants
François-Xavier Lalanne
1927 - 2008
Le Bain des Éléphants
2007
silvered patinated bronze, copper and metal, water system
Each monogrammed FxL, stamped LALANNE, numbered 2/8 and dated 2007 on the basin
40 x 78 x 20 cm ; 15 ¾ x 30 ¾ x 7 ⅞ in. ; 33 x 40 x 20 cm ; 13 x 15 ¾ x 7 ⅞ in. ; 34 x 40 x 20 cm ; 13 ⅜ x 15 ¾ x 7 ⅞ in.
Dimensions of the presentation table : 75 x 90 x 280 cm ; 29 ½ x 35 ⅜ x 110 ¼ in.
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François-Xavier Lalanne
1927 - 2008
Le Bain des Éléphants
2007
bronze à patine argentée, cuivre et métal, système à eau
Chacun monogrammé FxL, estampillé LALANNE, numéroté 2/8 et daté 2007 sur le bassin
40 x 78 x 20 cm ; 15 ¾ x 30 ¾ x 7 ⅞ in. ; 33 x 40 x 20 cm ; 13 x 15 ¾ x 7 ⅞ in. ; 34 x 40 x 20 cm ; 13 ⅜ x 15 ¾ x 7 ⅞ in.
Dimensions de la table de présentation : 75 x 90 x 280 cm ; 29 ½ x 35 ⅜ x 110 ¼ in.
Please note that this lot has been cleaned and possibly restored under the supervision of Mr. Paulo de Amorim, former assistant of the Atelier Lalanne.
Very good overall condition. The copper presents with rubbing marks, inherent to the making process, and with tiny discoloration stains throughout. One element presents with vert-de-gris on its corner.
The table in very good overall condition. Two edges of the table present with dents and lacks of paint, revealing the original colour underneath the paint.
Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical and hydraulic components and recommends having all components inspected by professionals.
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Only two examples have been made
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Seulement deux exemplaires ont été réalisés