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Jean Prouvé
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Prouvé
- "Antony" Chair, Model 356
- plywood and lacquered metal
Provenance
Galerie Patrick Seguin, Paris
Literature
Galeries Jousse Seguin and Enrico Navarra, Jean Prouvé, Paris, 1998, p. 149
François Moulin, Jean Prouvé: le maître du métal, Strasburg, 2001, n.p.
Peter Sulzer, Jean Prouvé: Oeuvre Complète/Complete Works, Volume 3: 1944-1954, Basel, 2005, cat. nos. 1243 and 1243.R Galerie Patrick Seguin, Jean Prouvé, Paris, 2007, vol. 2, p. 271, 278-281
Jean Prouvé: The Poetics of the Technical Object, Milan, 2007, p. 311
François Moulin, Jean Prouvé: le maître du métal, Strasburg, 2001, n.p.
Peter Sulzer, Jean Prouvé: Oeuvre Complète/Complete Works, Volume 3: 1944-1954, Basel, 2005, cat. nos. 1243 and 1243.R Galerie Patrick Seguin, Jean Prouvé, Paris, 2007, vol. 2, p. 271, 278-281
Jean Prouvé: The Poetics of the Technical Object, Milan, 2007, p. 311
Condition
Overall very good condition. It appears that the metal components of the chair have been re-painted. Showing only very shallow surface scratches. The top veneered surface of the chair is in very good condition with some scratches, nicks and dings to edges as expected with use. Hardware appears all original. The seat with a beautifully acquired patina.
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.