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Line Vautrin
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Line Vautrin
- Mirror
incised LINE VAUTRIN
- talosel and mirrored glass
Provenance
Collection of Wayne Schwartz, Southampton, NY
Literature
Line Vautrin and Patrick Mauriès, Line Vautrin: Sculptor, Jeweller, Magician, London, 1992, pp. 112-113
Condition
Overall in very good original condition. Some of the inset mirrored panels to the outer edges of the talosel frame with stable cracks, which is consistent with the natural aging process of the materials used to the executed this piece. With some surface dirt. Some losses to the blackened treatment to the talosel portion of the frame, which is visible in the catalogue illustration. The central mirror is convex in shape.
A rare design amongst Vautrin Mirrors.
Due to the fragile nature of this frame, special handling and/or packing may be required during the shipping process. Please inquire directly with the 20th Century Design or Post Sale Services Departments if you have any questions or require assistance regarding the shipping of this item.
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.