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Charlotte Perriand
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Charlotte Perriand
- "Tokyo" Bench
- oak and fabric upholstery
retailed by Steph Simon
Provenance
Galerie Downtown, Paris
Phillips, de Pury & Luxembourg New York, May 24, 2005, lot 162
Literature
Mary McLeod, ed., Charlotte Perriand: An Art of Living, New York, 2003, p. 145
Jacques Barsac, Charlotte Perriand: Un Art d'Habiter, 1903-1959, Paris, 2005, pp. 393, 403, 405, 430
Condition
Overall very good original condition. The bench with rubbing and minor losses to finish, nicks, shallow surface scratches, and dings concentrated primarily to the feet. Each of the three feet with an area of staining to the lower portion extending approximately one inch in height. This is discoloration is minor and less visible to some portions of the feet. The cushions, likely later, are in very good condition with only minor surface soiling. Surface dirt throughout the wooden frame.
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.