JEAN-MICHEL FRANK | WASTEPAPER BASKET

JEAN-MICHEL FRANK
WASTEPAPER BASKET

circa 1930
executed by Chanaux & Co., Paris
leather-covered wood
impressed J. M. Frank/CHANAUX & CIE and numbered 10619
11¾ x 11 x 11 in. (29.8 x 27.9 x 27.9 cm)

Condition Report:
Overall in good condition. This wastepaper basket fully covered in brown leather rests atop four shallow metallic feet protecting the surface from direct contact with the floor. The leather presents with expected signs of age but retains its elegant dark camel color overall. As pictured in the catalogue photography, the leather presents with surface scratches, scattered stains, areas of discoloration and scattered ink marks throughout consistent with age and gentle use. The corners and edges of the basket with occasional abrasions and areas of loss to the leather surface, the largest measuring approximately 3/4 inch, which are consistent with use and 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:
Galerie Anne-Sophie Duval, Paris

Christie’s New York, December 18, 2015, lot 362