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Daum and Majorelle
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Daum and Majorelle
- Pair of Sconces
each engraved Daum Nancy with the Croix de Lorraine
- oak, wrought iron and cameo glass
Provenance
Macklowe Gallery, New York
Literature
Victor Arwas, Art Nouveau: The French Aesthetic, London, 2002, p. 290
Condition
Both in very good overall condition. Some minor rubbing to patina, oxidization and bending to metal as expected from age and use. One or two of the mounting screws that secure the glass shade to the metal mount may be replaced as expected over time. The shades with minor wear to the rims as expected and a few surface marks there the glass accepts the mount as expected. There is a slight color variation to the shades which is visible in the catalogue illustration and is expected with hand crafted objects.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.