Design

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Lot 23
  • 23

Marcel Coard

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Marcel Coard
  • Bookcase, circa 1925-1935
  • Branded CP for Chanaux & Pelletier on the reverse
  • ebonised and painted wood
  • 135,5 x 170 x 27 cm ; 53 1/3 x 67 x 10  1/2  in.
ebonised limed oak, painted frame

Provenance

Uncatalogued auction, Paris, circa 1983-1984
Private collection, Paris

Condition

Good overall condition. Some scratches, including some more significant ones on the top, some small dents, minute chips and very few woodworms holes, all consistent with age and use. On the top a vertical dent with chip of wood. The oak is dried and presents with some cracks. The red paint along the frames has been partially re-finished to cover previous small chips of red paint.
"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 authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Mrs Amélie Marcilhac.