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Pierre Chareau
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Pierre Chareau
- Pair of Wall Sconces, Model LA 550
- patinated iron and alabaster
- 7 1/8 x 7 7/8 x 6 3/4 inches
Provenance
Grand Hôtel de Tours, France
L'Arc en Seine, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1991
L'Arc en Seine, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1991
Literature
Francis Jourdain, Intérieurs, L'Art international d'aujourd'hui, no. 6, Paris, 1929, p. 13
René Herbst, Un Inventeur, l'architecte Pierre Chareau, Paris, 1954, p. 101
Marc Vellay and Kenneth Frampton, Pierre Chareau: Architecte-Meublier 1883-1950, Paris, 1984, pp. 70, 73, 96, 211, 294 and 333
René Herbst, Un Inventeur, l'architecte Pierre Chareau, Paris, 1954, p. 101
Marc Vellay and Kenneth Frampton, Pierre Chareau: Architecte-Meublier 1883-1950, Paris, 1984, pp. 70, 73, 96, 211, 294 and 333
Condition
Overall in very good condition. When viewed in person, the alabaster elements appear with highly detailed veining throughout. The alabaster appears later, with each of the alabaster elements with minor surface abrasions, minor surface scratches and minor burning discoloration consistent with age and gentle use. The four alabaster shades are a well matched set showing consistent coloration and veining. The shades with evidence of a few prior restorations, notably to the interior hole, only visible upon close inspection. When viewed with illumination, the alabaster would present with a slightly more yellow hue. The metal mounts with some occasional minor surface scratches, light rubbing, surface soiling, minor irregularities and traces of oxidation consistent with age and gentle use. The mounts have been pierced with two additional holes to the back plate, to attach the sconce to the wall. The sconces are not fitted with electrical sockets. A very nice example of this iconic design, elegantly combining alabaster and metal. -----
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.