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T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
- "Klismos" Chair
- with producer's metal label and impressed 96287
- walnut and leather
- Height: 37 inches
Provenance
Collection of Gustave Tassell, fashion designer, Los Angeles
Literature
Ralph Flint, "Robsjohn-Gibbings: Chair Maitre," ArtNews, June/July 1942, p. 22
“Robsjohn-Gibbings: 25 Years of his Work,” Interior Design, May 1961, p. 125 (for the model in the residence of Conrad Hilton, Beverly Hills, CA, 1940)
"Furniture in Classical Design," Life, September 15, 1961, pp. 78-79 and 81-82 (for the model photographed by Loomis Dean in Delos)
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Carlton W. Pullin, Furniture of Classical Greece, New York, 1964, p. 113
"T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings: 1905-1976," Interior Design, December 1976, p. 207
Dave G. Houser, “The Attic Spirit, Fashion Designer’s Paean to Greece in Los Angeles,” Architectural Digest, September 1983, p. 107 (for the present lot illustrated)
“Robsjohn-Gibbings: 25 Years of his Work,” Interior Design, May 1961, p. 125 (for the model in the residence of Conrad Hilton, Beverly Hills, CA, 1940)
"Furniture in Classical Design," Life, September 15, 1961, pp. 78-79 and 81-82 (for the model photographed by Loomis Dean in Delos)
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Carlton W. Pullin, Furniture of Classical Greece, New York, 1964, p. 113
"T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings: 1905-1976," Interior Design, December 1976, p. 207
Dave G. Houser, “The Attic Spirit, Fashion Designer’s Paean to Greece in Los Angeles,” Architectural Digest, September 1983, p. 107 (for the present lot illustrated)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. This chair has been recently professionally cleaned and waxed. This chair presents with a warmer tone overall than what appears in the catalogue illustration. This work represents a portion of a larger collection of Robsjohn-Gibbings furniture on offer in this auction that was acquired in the 1960s by Gustav Tassell. The frame of the chair in very good condition showing expected minor surface scratches, abrasions and minor isolated areas of discoloration consistent with age and gentle use. The lower portion of the legs with areas of possible minor surface restoration that has been sensitively undertaken. The leather seat has acquired a beautiful patina with age and remains intact without any breaks to the leather. The leather with some rubbing to the surface finish at the highpoints and edges consistent with one using the chair. A wonderful early example of this iconic form that has retained a beautiful patina throughout.
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.