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Art Nouveau & Art Deco Glass
 Lalique Molded Amber Glass Vase: Perruches
Circa 1930
This heading, with date included, means that the piece is, in our opinion, of the period indicated with no major alterations or restorations.
Molded Amber Glass Vase
Circa 1930
This amber ovoid vessel molded with pair of birds perched in branches, bears pseudo Lalique signature.
This heading indicates that the piece is of the period but not necessarily the work of Lalique, and that the signature was possibly added at a later date.
Sculpture
Gilt-Bronze and Tinted Marble Figure:
Nature Unveiling Herself Before Science
Louis Ernest Barrias, Circa 1890
This heading indicates that the casting was done by the artist or with his direct authorization or supervision.
Gilt-Bronze and Tinted Marble Figure:
Nature Unveiling Herself Before Science
Cast and Carved from a model by Louis-Ernest Barrias, Circa 1890
This heading indicates that the casting was done by another, i.e., artisans at a foundry.
Ceramics
Royal Doulton Porcelain Footed Cup and Cover
Circa 1910
This heading indicates that the cup and cover were made at the Doulton factory, circa 1910.
Royal Doulton Porcelain Footed Cup and a Cover
Circa 1910
This heading indicates that the cup and cover were made at the Doulton factory, circa 1910, but also that the cup and saucer may not have been "born" together.
Royal Doulton Porcelain Footed Cup and a Cover
This indicates that the cup and cover were made at the Doulton factory, but does not specify when, implying that their age is questionable.
The following are examples of the terminology used in an auction catalog.
While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure
that the statements made in the catalogue are correct, all statements and terms
in this catalogue are subject to the provisions of the Conditions of Sale
(particularly paragraphs 7 and 8) and the Galleries and Consignors make no
warranties or representations with respect to any lot. Condition is noted
according to a simplified rating, which has ben accepted by most poster
dealers. The following ratings, which have been used, with appropriate (+) or
(-) indicated slightly better or worse condition.
Condition A designates a poster in very fine condition: the colors are fresh
there is no significant paper loss, but there may be some slight blemish or scuffing.
Condition B designates a poster in good condition: light staining may be more pronounced, but not in the image.
If there is minor restoration it is not apparent. There may be some discoloration or light-staining.
Condition C designates a poster in fair condition light staining may be more
pronounced, restoration, folds, or flaking are visible, and there may be some
paper loss, but the poster is intact and the image clear.
All posters are linen-backed unless otherwise indicated. Some are unbacked, and some are framed.
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Art Deco Glass