Kazuhide Takahama

Overall in good condition. The chairs surfaces display a bright orange red and highly reflective lacquer. The surfaces with surface scratches, abrasions, minor traces of wear, and some scattered traces of white house paint consistent with age and use. The lacquer with crazing to the seats and backs consistent with the aging of the material. One of the chairs with a more visible crack to the lacquer of the seat, stable and measuring approximately 8 1/2 inches in length. Another chair with a more minor cracks to both sides of the seat at the joints of the armrest. A fourth chair with a small area on the proper left armrest where the lacquer has been touched up measuring approximately one inch. A third chair with minor losses and wear to the two front upper corners of the seat edge which have also been touched up and are only visible on close inspection. The metal surfaces with minor surface scratches and oxidation consistent with age and gentle use. A highly visual design with great presence when viewed first hand.
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.