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Paul Dupré Lafon
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Dupré Lafon
- Valet
- impressed HERMES PARIS
- limed oak, leather and brass
- leather executed by Hermès
Provenance
Estate of Jack Warner, Los Angeles
Literature
Mobilier & Décoration, 1935, p. 138
Thierry Couvrat Desvergnes, Dupré-Lafon: Décorateur des Millionaires, Paris, 1990, pp. 204-205
Bruno Foucart and Jean-Louis Gaillemin, Les Décorateurs des Années 40, Paris, 1998, p. 121
Condition
Overall very good original condition. With minor surface scratches, nicks and dings to the oak as expected with age and use. One small area of staining as the result of liquid to the top surface of the proper left foot. The leather surface throughout the piece with rubbing, minor losses and some slight lightening from sun exposure. Areas of discoloration to the top surfaces of the collapsible shelf from use. With oxidation and some minor losses to finish of the brass hardware.
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.