Design

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Lot 75
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JACQUES DUMOND | Bookcase, circa 1954

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • Jacques Dumond
  • Bookcase, circa 1954
  • 80 x 164,6 x 30 cm ; 31 1/2 x 64 3/4 x 11 7/8 in.
laminated wood

Provenance

French Embassy, Saarbrücken, Germany
Tajan, Paris, November 15, 2011, lot 55
Private collection, France

Condition

Good overall condition. The laminate presents with some light surface scratches and a few minor chips along the edges and the seams. The top presents with a small chip of laminate of approximately 0,6 x 1 cm. A triangular chip of laminate of approximately 6,5 x 5 x 9 cm on the bottom proper right back corner. A small triangular chip of wood of approximately 0,5 x 0,5 x 0;5 cm on the bottom proper left back corner. The back edge of the upper shelf presents with a chip of wood of approximately 5 x 1 cm, not extremely visually distractive when the bookcase is set along a wall. The base presents with some light humidity stains.
"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.
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