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Marcel Breuer
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Marcel Breuer
- "Wassily" Club Chair, Model No. B3
- nickel-plated tubular steel and original Eisengarn fabric
Provenance
Collection of Alexander von Vegesack, Weil am Rhein, Germany
Phillips de Pury and Company, December 14, 2006, lot 19
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Phillips de Pury and Company, December 14, 2006, lot 19
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
The Eisengarn fabric of this iconic chair is original. The color of the fabric is more blue in reality than shown in the catalogue illustration. The underside of the seat fabric has kept its original color but with traces of atmospheric damage and traces of visible oxidation around the tubular nickel plated steel frame. One restoration to fabric on the proper left armrest presenting with a more vivid blue hue and visible in the catalogue illustration. Losses of nickel plating throughout the frame with visible scratches and pitting. Visible oxidation to steel showing through the pitted points. The armchair is steady.
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.