Lot 153
- 153
François-Xavier Lalanne
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- François-Xavier Lalanne
- Rhinocéros bleu, 1981
- Monogrammed fxl, dated 81, branded ARTCURIAL and numbered 57/150 on the underside
- enamelled bronze
- 24 x 54 x 16 cm ; 9 1/2 x 21 1/4 x 6 1/4 in.
enamelled bronze
Provenance
Private collection, France, acquired directly from the manufacturer
Literature
Robert Rosenblum, Les Lalanne, Paris, 1991, pp. 123 and 127
Daniel Abadie, Lalanne(s), Paris, 2008, p. 325 and 328
Daniel Abadie, Lalanne(s), Paris, 2008, p. 325 and 328
Condition
Good overall condition.
A few small scratches on the surface, consistent with age and use.
A few minute flaws to the enamel inherent to the manufacturing process including 3 tiny circular spots (0,5 to 1 cm of diameter) with irregularities caused by tiny bubbles. Dust and dirt in the crevices.
"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."