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SERGE MOUILLE | Group of Five Ceiling Lights
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Serge Mouille
- Group of Five Ceiling Lights
- enameled metal, brass
- 58 in. (147.3 cm) drop each
- circa 1955
Provenance
Private European Collection
Sotheby’s New York, June 15, 2011, lot 104
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Sotheby’s New York, June 15, 2011, lot 104
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Serge Mouille, Serge Mouille: Luminaires, Paris, 1993, n. p. (for a related model)
Tobi Smith, ed., Modern Design: The Fabulous 50s, Atglen, PA, 2002, p. 201 (for a related model)
Pierre Émile Pralus, Serge Mouille: A French Classic, Saint Cyr, 2006, pp. 160-161 (for related models)
Tobi Smith, ed., Modern Design: The Fabulous 50s, Atglen, PA, 2002, p. 201 (for a related model)
Pierre Émile Pralus, Serge Mouille: A French Classic, Saint Cyr, 2006, pp. 160-161 (for related models)
Condition
Overall in good condition. The original black lacquer shows some visible surface scratches and rubbing throughout (largest one measuring 4 ½ -in.). The white-painted interior presents with surface dirt, light discoloration, and is occasionally blackened, all which are consistent with use and age. The brass hardware and original sockets appear to be intact. Each of the shades and central upper ball socket moves with ease. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
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.