JEAN DESPRÉS | VASE
JEAN DESPRÉS
VASE
circa 1935
pewter
signed J-Després
11¼ in. (28.5 cm) high
Condition Report:
Overall in good condition. The vase displays with a superb and highly textured pewter surface when seen in person. The pewter presents with light scratches, minor tarnishing and oxidation marks throughout which are consistent with age and the natural evolution of the medium. The recessed areas present with very minor and occasional darkening to the pewter surface, which is not visually distracting.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Provenance:
Private Collection of the artist, France
Private Collection
Christie's Paris, November 26, 2010, lot 26
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JEAN DESPRÉS
VASE
circa 1935
pewter
signed J-Després
11¼ in. (28.5 cm) high
Condition Report:
Overall in good condition. The vase displays with a superb and highly textured pewter surface when seen in person. The pewter presents with light scratches, minor tarnishing and oxidation marks throughout which are consistent with age and the natural evolution of the medium. The recessed areas present with very minor and occasional darkening to the pewter surface, which is not visually distracting.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Provenance:
Private Collection of the artist, France
Private Collection
Christie's Paris, November 26, 2010, lot 26
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