René Lalique

Overall very good condition. The panels with a luminous glow and depth of carving which is not portrayed in the catalogue illustration. Please contact the 20th Century Design department for images of the complete framed works. The glass is in very good condition with some minor inherent air bubbles and impurities, which are inherent in the glass and not a later condition issue. With one burst airbubble to one of the panels, which is stable. Each of the panels with minor edge losses, with filing to the adjacent glass. Some of which are obstructed by the frame. One of the corners with loss measuring 1 ½ x 2 inches to the lower corner, which is visible in the catalogue illustration. With two larger edge chips measuring over one inch in length. The encased molded flowers and stems with what appears to be some occasional mold lines that do not extend throughout the body of the clear glass above. The modern frames used to presently display the works have been build specifically for these pieces and the panels has been mounted without any disturbance to the glass. Each panel with detailed floral renderings showing a decorative scheme which crosses into adjacent panels.
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.