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Overall condition commensurate with age and use. The glass presents with a few scattered air bubbles, minute inclusions and some surface irregularities inherent in the making, including one panther with some scattered surface irregularities and inclusions along the mid body. The glass with light surface scratches, faint lines, and minute edge chips scattered throughout (less than 1⁄8 in.). The frits concentrated along the underside of the mouth rim appear to have been professionally polished and presently exhibiting as an uneven edge. The lower bowl of the vase with an X-form internal crack (approximately 21⁄2 in.) hidden behind the acid-etched motifs, only visible upon very close inspection. The foot rim of the vase with a minute nick (1⁄8 x 1⁄8 in.), only visible upon close inspection. Overall a whimsical design representative of the era.
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Lot 40Sale 22505
'Panthère' Vase, circa 1930JEAN LUCE (1895-1964)Estimate: USD 3,000 - 5,000
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