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CLAUDE LALANNE | Crocodile desk
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 EUR
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Description
- Claude Lalanne
- Crocodile desk
- 87 x 155 x 57 cm ; 34 1/4 x 61 x 22 1/2 in.
2009gilt patinated bronze Monogrammed C.L., stamped LALANNE, dated 2009 and numbered 7/8 on the edge of the top
Condition
Very good overall condition. The gilt bronze presents with some light tarnishing overall and with some rare instances of slightly darker oxidation. There are a few tiny oxidation stains scattered on the top, not visually distractive, and a few very rare, light and tiny vert-de-gris stains scattered. The top presents with a few rare and tiny scratches. All consistent 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."