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Louis Majorelle
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Louis Majorelle
- "Aux Orchidées" Dressing Table
- walnut with thuya, amaranth, bois des îles and burl amboyna marquetry and mother-of-pearl, brass inlays; mirrored glass and gilt bronze
Provenance
Private Collection, Buenos Aires
Jean-Claude Brugnot, Paris, acquired from the above
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1983-1984
Jean-Claude Brugnot, Paris, acquired from the above
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1983-1984
Literature
Théodore Lambert, Meubles de Style Moderne: Exposition Universelle à Paris de 1900, Paris, 1900, pl. 2, no. 3
G. M. Jacques, "Le Meuble Français à l'Exposition," L'Art Décoratif, July 1900, p. 145
Gustave Soulier, "L'Ameublement à l'Exposition," Art et Décoration, July-December 1900, p. 39
Exposition Universelle Internationale de 1900 à Paris, Rapports du Jury International, Groupe XII, Paris, 1902, p. 126 (for a description of the bedroom suite by Pol Neveux)
Alastair Duncan, Art Nouveau Furniture, New York, 1982, pl. 17
Alastair Duncan, Fin de Siècle Masterpieces from the Silverman Collection, New York, 1989, pp. 92-93, cat. no. 48 (for the present lot illustrated)
Alastair Duncan, The Paris Salons 1895-1914, Volume III: Furniture, Suffolk, United Kingdom, 1996, p. 28 (for the present lot illustrated) and p. 380
Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle: Master of Art Nouveau Design, London, 1991, pl. 71 and p. 111 (for the present lot illustrated)
Roselyne Bouvier, Majorelle: Une Aventure Moderne, Paris, 1991, p. 164
G. M. Jacques, "Le Meuble Français à l'Exposition," L'Art Décoratif, July 1900, p. 145
Gustave Soulier, "L'Ameublement à l'Exposition," Art et Décoration, July-December 1900, p. 39
Exposition Universelle Internationale de 1900 à Paris, Rapports du Jury International, Groupe XII, Paris, 1902, p. 126 (for a description of the bedroom suite by Pol Neveux)
Alastair Duncan, Art Nouveau Furniture, New York, 1982, pl. 17
Alastair Duncan, Fin de Siècle Masterpieces from the Silverman Collection, New York, 1989, pp. 92-93, cat. no. 48 (for the present lot illustrated)
Alastair Duncan, The Paris Salons 1895-1914, Volume III: Furniture, Suffolk, United Kingdom, 1996, p. 28 (for the present lot illustrated) and p. 380
Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle: Master of Art Nouveau Design, London, 1991, pl. 71 and p. 111 (for the present lot illustrated)
Roselyne Bouvier, Majorelle: Une Aventure Moderne, Paris, 1991, p. 164
Condition
Overall in good condition. The surfaces with some surface scratches, edge abrasions and surface soiling consistent with age and gentle use. The wooden surfaces have been sensitively refinished and present with minor flaking to the varnish and light craquelure throughout. The upper and lower edges of the table top and the lower portions of the feet with concentrated abrasions. The seams of construction are visible throughout with scattered infill in some areas. The top appears to be composed of four planks which are slightly curved as a result of shrinkage of the wood, with associated visible seams. A minor irregularity in the varnish with a light discoloration on the top above the proper left side drawer, measuring approximately 2 x 1 in. A spectacular piece displaying beautiful details, superb craftsmanship and a lively silhouette when viewed in person. -----
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.