- 159
French Japonism
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pair of pedestals, circa 1890
- ebonised fruitwood, porcelain
- 108.5 x 34 x 34 cm. (42 ¾ x 13 ½ x 13 ½ in.)
the ceramic attributed to Jules Viellard, Bordeaux
ebonised fruitwood, porcelain, gilt metal
ebonised fruitwood, porcelain, gilt metal
Condition
In fair conserved condition. The tops both with age cracks. Both pedestals with restored breaks to the top sections, including the use of fillets. The porcelain to one pedestal with considerable craqueleur. The gilt brass is dull and could benefit from a clean according to taste. Old marks and scratches consumerate with age and use.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The present pair of pedestel are likely to have been produced in Paris by Escalier de Cristal after a design by Edouard Lievre.