- 804
A set of eight French silver beakers, Puiforcat, Paris, probably designed by Renan de la Godelinais, mid 20th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- marked at rims, the bases stamped LA GODELINAIS - PUIFORCAT - PARIS
- silver
- height 5 3/4 in.
- 14 cm
Applied with bands below flared rims
Condition
very minor scratches from use, otherwise good, nice weight
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.
Catalogue Note
The stamp on the base suggests that these beakers were designed by Renan de la Godelinais (1908-1986). Originally a student and collaborator of Ruhlman, he worked on buildings and designs for the Exposition of 1937. After the Second World War he served as a curator, continued as a designer and decorator, and was a promotor of "Formes Utiles" for the Union des Artistes Modernes with René Herbst and Charlotte Perriand. Jean Puiforcat was also a member of the UAM, and may have executed this model before the war, or the Puiforcat firm may have turned to Godelinais for designs after Jean's death in 1945.