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Maarten Baas
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Maarten Baas
- "Smoke" Baroque Console
- with metal label inscribed moooi © & BAAS/Smoke Unique-Piece by Maarten Baas and signed Maarten
- burnt wood with epoxy resin finish
Provenance
Moss Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2009
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2009
Literature
Gareth Williams, The Furniture Machine: Furniture since 1990, London, 2006, p. 120 (for related works from the series)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The charred wood surfaces with cracking, chips and losses throughout, inherent to the production of the piece and intended by the artist. The surfaces with minor scuffing concentrated to the bases of the feet, and minor surface dirt in the recessed areas throughout. The rear proper right leg with a crack which measures approximately 3 ¾ in. has movement and is likely inherent in the production of the piece. Due to the nature of the production, the piece is extremely fragile and should be handled accordingly. A striking example of contemporary Dutch design.
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.
Catalogue Note
Sotheby's would like to thank Maarten Baas Studio for their assistance with the cataloguing of this lot.