gilt patinated bronze, patinated copper and glass

Private collection, France, acquired directly from the artist

Very good overall condition. The gilding is very slightly tarnished and presents with some very tiny oxidation stains. The copper wings presents with a few and tiny light scratches and with a few light oxidation stains. A rubber wacher between the leg and the glass shade is missing. Because of this missing element, the body and leg of the bird are not lined up when the shade is fully screwed to the leg. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
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