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Emile Gallé (1846 - 1904)
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Aux Libellules': A rare dragonfly table
- the top signed in marquetry 'GALLÉ'
- 75cm. high by 80cm. wide by 57cm. deep;
- 2ft 5½in., 2ft 7½in., 1ft 10½in.
walnut and fruitwood marquetry, the top inlaid with carnation blossoms and foliage, each support in the form of a giant dragonfly, joined by a foliate inlaid undertier
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 26 November 1993, The John and Katsy Mecom Collection, Part II, lot 140
Literature
For other examples of this model see: Pierre Kjellberg, Le Mobilier du XXe Siècle, Dictionnaires des Créateurs, Paris, 1994, p. 247
Alastair Duncan, Art Nouveau Furniture, London, 1982, p. 69, illustration no 53
Philippe Garner, Emile Gallé, London, 1976, p. 78
Victor Arwas, Art Nouveau, The French Aesthetic, London, 2002, p. 332
Condition
An important piece of Art Nouveau furniture of good overall appearance. Piece has been repolished. Typical minor old scratches and marks to the tiers. Some slight fading of the marquetry. Of good structural condition. A good example of this rare model.
"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."