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ÉMILE-JACQUES RUHLMANN | Mirror
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
- Mirror
- With Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann's initials on the back of the mirrored glass
- 100 x 69 cm ; 39 3/8 x 27 1/8 in.
- 1926
lacquered silvered bronze
Condition
Good overall condition. The lacquer presents with a few rare surface scratches, a few extremely rare and extremely tiny chips/dents - not visually distracting - and some instances of very light wear, concentrated along the edges and consistent with age and use. There are a few extremely rare and minute traces of restoration. The surface presents with some light soiling and with a few tiny dirt accretions. The wooden back presents with some scratches and scuffs, including several significant scuffs/dents. The silvering of the mirrored glass presents with wear, traces of oxidation and internal craquelures, partially visible on the catalogue illustration. The rope is newer.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Reference numbers 3735 NR and 3818 AR in the Ruhlmann Archives, Musée des Années Trente, Boulogne Billancourt.
The offered lot has most likely been lacquered within Jean Dunand's workshop.
The offered lot has most likely been lacquered within Jean Dunand's workshop.