Lot 165
  • 165

Pierre Jeanneret

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Pierre Jeanneret
  • Easy Chair, Model PJ-SI-29-A from Chandigarh, India
  • painted G.C.G.19.E.Ch.1
  • teak, cane and fabric upholstery

Provenance

Galerie Downtown, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Literature

Eric Touchelaume and Gerald Moreau, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret: L'Aventure Indienne, Paris, 2010, p. 563 (for the model)

Condition

Overall very good condition. The wood surfaces with some light abrasions, dings, and scratches throughout, consistent with age and gentle use. The proper left interior of the arm with a hairline age crack measuring ¾ quarters of the length of the arm, which appears to be entirely stable and consistent with age. The cane to the seat and seat back is in good condition with no evidence of breaks. This lot is being offered with a later tufted black fabric upholstered cushion. A nice example of the iconic lounge chair designed by Jeanneret for his commission in Chandigarh.
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.
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