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Jules Leleu
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Jules Leleu
- Cabinet
- amaranth, ivory, with ivory inlay
- 130 by 38 by 27cm., 51 1/8 by 15 by 10 5/8 in.
Provenance
Galerie Claude Art Deco, Cologne
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2009
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2009
Literature
Mobilier & Decoration, Paris, 1928, pp. 79-80 for the model with floral motif
Viviane Jutheau, Jules et André Leleu, Neuchâtel, 1996, p. 52 for the model with floral motif
Françoise Siriex, The House of Leleu: Classic French Style for a Modern World 1920-1973, New York, 2008, p. 152 for the model with floral motif
Viviane Jutheau, Jules et André Leleu, Neuchâtel, 1996, p. 52 for the model with floral motif
Françoise Siriex, The House of Leleu: Classic French Style for a Modern World 1920-1973, New York, 2008, p. 152 for the model with floral motif
Condition
Very good condition overall, consistent with age and gentle use. Very fine and minor hairline surface scratches to the top surface of the cabinet. A few minor hairline cracks to the ivory along the front bottom apron of the cabinet. One area shows minor but visible restoration near the bottom front left proper corner, approximately 4cm in length. The rear left and right edges of the cabinet each with a dent into the wood, each approximately 1.5cm in length. The dent on the rear right proper corner is slightly more pronounced. A few minor marks and scuffs to the lower shelf.
"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."