EUGENE SCHOEN | Armchair from the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Residence, Washington, D.C.

Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Estate, Washington, D.C.
The Collection of Sue Kohler, Washington, D.C.
Thence by descent

Paul Donzella and Eric Kohler, Eugene Schoen Furniture from the Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Estate, exh. cat., Donzella Ltd., New York, 2000, p. 37 (for a period photograph of the Cafritz interior showing the present lot)

Overall in very good condition. The upholstery was professionally and sensitively replaced and is in excellent, clean condition. When examined in person, the selected upholstery presents with a lovely shimmering tonality to the fabric. The chair was professionally and sensitively relacquered at the feet and at the base. The feet present with minute flecks to the paint, the largest measuring ¼ in. and not visually distracting. The kingwood veneer is original and in very good condition, with very light scuffing throughout. The cushion is removable. Offered en suite with lot 206, this is a historic and well-documented piece by Schoen. The chair and table are special commissions and have remained in a private collection ever since.
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.