Lot 43
  • 43

PAUL DUPRÉ-LAFON | Occasional table

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description

  • PAUL DUPRÉ-LAFON
  • Occasional table
  • 48 x 43,5 x 35 cm ; 18 7/8 x 17 1/8 x 13 3/4 in.
  • circa 1930-1940
leather, oak, metal and marble

Literature

Thierry Couvrat-Desvergnes, Dupré Lafon, Décorateur des millionnaires, Paris, 1990, pp. 9 and 23

Condition

Good overall condition. The leather presents with some surface scratches, some instances of wear, some soiling throughout, some light stains and some discoloration stains. There is a scuff on approximately 17 cm on the leather top, slightly visible in the catalogue illustration. The wood presents with the usual light scratches, light abrasions, minute dents and minute chips, consistent with age and use. There are some instances of discoloration to the wood. The wooden stem is wobbly. The brass element is not fixed and presents with oxidation stains, as partially visible on the catalogue illustration. The marble base presents with a few scratches.
"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."