PAUL DUPRÉ LAFON | TABLE LAMP

Property of a Distinguished New York Collector
PAUL DUPRÉ LAFON
TABLE LAMP

circa 1930
produced by Hermès, Paris
leather, painted sheet-steel, aluminum, brass
impressed HERMÈS PARIS/24 Fg. St. HONORÉ
30⅜ in. (77.2 cm) high
20⅞ in. (52.8 cm) diameter of shade

Condition Report:
Overall in very good condition. This table lamp executed for Hermès presents with a rich and original leather body with variegated hues ranging from light red to maroon. The leather presents with light abrasions to the surface concentrated to the base and neck consistent with age. The original white stitching is intact and in excellent, age appropriate condition. When seen in person, the shade displays a dark green color throughout. The shade is in very good condition overall and presents with very minor surface irregularities inherent to production, light scratches and very minor abrasions to the paint which are not visually distracting. The diffuser, not visible when the lamp is installed, presents with scratches throughout. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.

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:
L'Arc en Seine, Paris

Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2007