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Alvar Aalto (1898 - 1976)
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- A rare cabinet
- retailer's label to the back
- 91cm. high by 121cm. wide by 45cm. deep;
- 3ft, 3ft 11¾in., 1ft 5¾in.
retailed by Finmar, birch veneered plywood, of bowfront form, two frieze drawers above cupboard enclosing two shelves, ebonised handles
Literature
Eva B. Ottillinger ed., Alvar Aalto Möbel - Die Sammlung Kossdorff, Wien, 2002, p. 44 (for an illustration of another example of this model)
Condition
A rare cabinet of good overall appearance. Some typical signs of wear such as to the ebonised handles. Two minor burn marks and two small filled holes to the top. The drawers with unusual hinged opening action. The drawer interiors with water stains and signs of use. A practical cabinet of good size, ready for use and 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."
Catalogue Note
Finmar were the UK distributors of Aalto's furniture between 1934 and 1939.