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Arne Jacobsen
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Arne Jacobsen
- "Egg" Chair, Model No. 3316 and Ottoman, Model No. 3127
each with manufacturer's label
- original leather and aluminum
Literature
"Arne Jacobsen," Interiors, June 1959, p. 115
Mobilia, June/July 1959, p. 55
Martin Eidelberg, ed., Design 1935-1965: What Modern Was, Montreal, 1991, p. 192
Carsten Thau and Kjeld Vindum, Arne Jacobsen, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 154, 158-159, 433-435, 438-439, 471-472
Mobilia, June/July 1959, p. 55
Martin Eidelberg, ed., Design 1935-1965: What Modern Was, Montreal, 1991, p. 192
Carsten Thau and Kjeld Vindum, Arne Jacobsen, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 154, 158-159, 433-435, 438-439, 471-472
Condition
Overall in very good original condition. The leather surface of the chair with scattered surface scratches, minor nicks, rubbing and minor areas of discoloration throughout. There are larger scratches measuring greater than eight inches to the reverse of the chair, central portion of the back of the seat and along the proper left side. There are two areas of staining across the backrest of the chair, which are visible in the catalogue illustration. The seat of the chair also with two areas of circular stains to the seat, the largest measuring 4 x 2 inches. There is a slight darker discoloration to the tops of the armrests as expected with use. The ribbing throughout with wear and scattered losses throughout. Largest areas of concentrated losses to the ribbing on the front of the proper right and proper left arms. Some of the exposed fabric under the leather is darkened as a result of surface dirt. The leather has acquired a beautiful patina with age. With some minor concentrated areas of brittleness to the stuffing of the chair. The base with only minor surface scratches. There is a manufacturer's adhesive label to the underside of the seat. The ottoman is in very good original condition, showing only minor surface scratches, discoloration and rubbing. The ribbing with wear and some minor losses. The metal base with faint surface scratches. An extraordinary example of this iconic model.
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.