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Jean Royère
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A rare lounge chair
- 60cm. high by 104cm. long by 52.5cm. wide;
- 1ft 11 1/2 in., 3ft 5in., 1ft 8 1/2 in.
painted and perforated metal
Provenance
Pierre Gouffé
By Descent
Current Vendor
Exhibited
L'Exposition Internationale des Arts et techniques dans la Vie Moderne, Paris 1937 (used in the Pavillon de la céramique and awarded the bronze medal)
Salon des Arts Décoratifs du Caire, Egypt, 1938
International Art Fair, New York, 1939
Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Jean Royère, Paris, 1999
Literature
Anne Bony, Les années trente, éditions du Regard, Paris, 1987, p. 843
Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Jean Royère, éditions Norma, Paris, 2002, p. 68
Jean Royère: décorateur à Paris, catalogue d'exposition, 8 October 1999 - 20 January 2000, éditions Norma, p. 158
Condition
A stylish and rare model. Piece has been repainted (not recently) and has traces of original green paint in places. Painted finish worn, chipped and scratched overall. Oxidisation in places. End of scroll to headrest slightly misshapen. Of good structural condition and comfortable. An important 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."
Catalogue Note
This lot is sold with a photograph stating it is from the collection of Pierre Gouffé, signed by his son.