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Samuel Marx
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- SAMUEL MARX
- Pair of Lounge Chairs
- limed oak, silk and cotton webbing
Provenance
Private Collection, Chicago, IL
Wright Chicago, December 5, 2004, lot 211
Literature
Gerald Clarke, "Mervyn Leroy: The Gone with the Wind Producer's Contemporary House in Bel-Air," Architectural Digest, April 1994, p. 227
Liz O'Brien, Ultramodern Samuel Marx: Architect, Designer, Art Collector, New York, 2007, pp. 121 and 129 (for an example of the model in Marx's home), 181 and 185
Liz O'Brien, Ultramodern Samuel Marx: Architect, Designer, Art Collector, New York, 2007, pp. 121 and 129 (for an example of the model in Marx's home), 181 and 185
Condition
Overall very good condition. The limed oak frame with some surface scratches and nicks. The frame with some natural holes consistent with the wood. The upholstered cushions with minor soiling. Likely re-upholstered. The cotton webbing of the chair back and seat with minor soiling. All the tacks are in place and stable. The liming to the frame is faint.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Inspired by the Widdicomb series designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Marx produced several variants of this chair deisgn for Chicago clients.