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James Hong
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- James Hong
- "Karnak" Bookcase
- lacquered wood and glass; wired for television and telephone
Provenance
Art et Industrie, New York, ca. 1983
Literature
Denise Domergue, Artists Design Furniture, New York, 1984, pp. 10 and 86
Condition
Overall good condition. The case portion with minor edge losses, scratches and abrasions as expected with age. Surface dirt. Fitted with electrical and phone components, per the original design. The metaltubing used to cover the electrical wires with losses to the finish. Concentrated areas of chips and losses to the bottom edges.
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.