- 53
Alvar Aalto
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- A tea trolley
- birch plywood
- 67cm. high by 81cm. long by 55cm. wide;
- 2ft 2 1/4 in., 2ft 8in., 1ft 9 1/2 in.
manufactured by Wohnbedarf, birch veneered plywood, the upper tier with red laminated inset top and basket insert
Literature
Roberto Aloi, Esempi: Tavoli, Tavolini, Carrelli, vol. I, Milan, 1957, plate 159
Condition
A decorative and stylish piece. Old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Minor losses to veneer. Top is more red than the illustration suggests. Chips to cream painted metal wheel axle. One screw to one wheel loose and possibly replaced. In good original condition overall and ready for 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
Another example sold in these rooms, Fine 20th Century Design, 2 May 2007, lot 71.