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FRANCO ALBINI | Set of seven armchairs, circa 1952
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Franco Albini
- Set of seven armchairs, circa 1952
- Manufactured by Forma Brazil
- 76,5 x 53,9 x 60,3 cm ; 30 1/8 x 21 1/4 x 23 3/4 in.
Brazilian rosewood and leatherette
Provenance
Private collection, Paris
Literature
Roberto Aloi, Esempi di arredamento moderno di tutto il mondo : sale da pranzo, Milan, 1953, ill. 128
Condition
Good overall condition. The rosewood presents with a few scattered small scratches, scuffs, small dents and a few rare minute chips, mostly concentrated along the edges. There a few small and light paint stains. The leatherette presents with rare wear along the corners, very few minute scuffs and minute tears. The reverse of one backrest presents with an unstitched corner. This same backrest does not bear decorative nails, unlike all other chairs. The fabric underside of the seat of most of the chairs presents with some tears.
"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."