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Mark Brazier-Jones (b.1956)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A 'Flightfile' desk and a gueridon
- one desk leg signed 'Mark Brazier-Jones 1993 8/50'; one gueridon leg signed 'Mark Brazier-Jones 1992 8/25'
- desk 76cm. high by 120cm. wide by 75cm. deep; gueridon 78cm. high by 77cm. diameter;
- 2ft 6in., 3ft 11¼in., 2ft 5½in.; 2ft 6¾in., 2ft 6¼in.
steel and bronze, the desk with a mirrored glass top above four side drawers, on three accordian-pleated scrolling legs and one tapering leg; the gueridon with an octagonal marble top above similarly pleated legs
Literature
Mark Brazier-Jones, catalogue, n.d., no. 14 (for an illustration of a closely related 'Flightfile' desk)
Condition
A stylish group in good overall condition. Steel with signs of oxidisation, particularly to the desk, as can be seen in the image. Patina of the bronze somewhat rubbed. Some old marks and scratches generally. Marble with some minor chipping and scratching, especially to two corners, mostly obscured when in place. Striking and ready for display.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."