JEAN-MICHEL FRANK | Settee

East Coast Collection
BlackmanCruz, Los Angeles
Private California Collection
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Léopold Diego Sanchez, Jean-Michel Frank, Paris, 1997, p. 221
Galerie Vallois, Jean-Michel Frank, Paris, 2006, n.p. (for a related chair)
Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Jean-Michel Frank, Paris, 2006, p. 125
Jean-Michel Frank: Un Décorateur dans les Paris des Années 30, exh. cat., Fondation Pierre Bergé Yves Saint Laurent, Paris, 2009, p. 91

Overall in very good condition. The patinated wrought iron surfaces with minor scattered oxidation and rubbing throughout. When viewed in person, the leather exhibits a deeper and more diverse selection of tones ranging from deep black, caramel and russet brown. The leather stitching is slightly dry, though intact, with no evidence of breakage. The bases of the rear legs with minor nicks and rubbing revealing the metal below. The original leather backrest and side panels have been professionally conditioned, are rich in hue and present with scattered rubbing, cracking and wear consistent with age and use as visible in the catalogue illustration. The leather cushions are possibly replaced. These cushions are supple and present with minor fine cracking consistent with gentle use. A rare design that exemplifies the clean, modern and highly refined lines synonymous with the designer.
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.

This lot is sold together with a certificate of authenticity from the Comité Jean-Michel Frank.