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Armin Wirth
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- A set of twelve 'Alu-Flex' multi-purpose chairs
six stamped in silver 'ALU-FLEX', four numbered '50273', '50255', '50602' or '50597'
- aluminium, rubber, beech veneer (Wood, Other-Beechwood)
- 83cm.;
- 2ft 8¾in.
manufactured by Hans Zollinger Söhne, Switzerland, aluminium, moulded beech plywood, seat hinged for stacking
Literature
Arthur Rüegg ed., Swiss Furniture and Interiors in the 20th Century, Basel, 2002, p. 364
Condition
A set of twelve practical and stylish folding chairs in good overall condition. Of a warmer, richer tone than suggested by the catalogue illustration. When all chairs are 'stacked' they measure only 88cm long in total (2ft 10 3/4 in.). Minor scratches to the aluminium frame. One or two minor chips and scratches to veneer. Seats backs held in place with metal brackets. These chairs appear to be from three different production series, with the rubber support to the hinged seat in white, black and grey, some worn and others replaced, consistent with age and material. 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
This multi-purpose chair has been designed for a Rudolf Steiner School in Zürich. The first series of chairs was produced with low seats (op. cit. p. 364).