PHILIPPE HIQUILY | Set of Three "Quilles" Side Tables

Yvonne Brunhammer and Marie-Laure Perrin, Le Mobilier Français 1960-1998, Paris, 1998, p. 31
Pierre Cabanne, Hiquily: Bronzes et Mobilier, exh. cat., Galerie Patrice Trigano, Paris, 2005, pp. 85, 97 and 100 (for related examples)
Patrick Favardin and Guy Bloch-Champfort, Les Décorateurs des années 60-70, Paris, 2007, pp. 291 (for related examples) and 293
Patrick Amine, Philippe Hiquily: Catalogue Raisonné 1948-2011, vol. 2, Paris, 2016, p. 22 (for related examples)
Emily Evan Eerdmans, Henri Samuel: Master of the French Interior, New York, 2018, p. 135

Each table in overall in very good condition. Agate table tops present with minor abrasions consistent with age and gentle use, with some inherent to production. When examined in person, the agate displays subtle and bright variations of color, all consistent with natural evolution of the material. There are natural undulations and irregularities to the outer edge of the agate top as is typical for the material. The base of each with a lovely, subtle hammering to the metal. Some areas of tarnishing, largely concentrated to the upper neck of each table, resulting from gentle handling. This can be cleaned by a professional metal conservator if preferred. Minor nicks, scuffs and minor scattered surface residue, consistent with age and gentle use. A colorful trio tables that present very well overall.
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.
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This lot is offered together with a certificate of authenticity from the Hiquily Foundation.