JACQUES ADNET | Desk and Chair

Private Collection, Marrakesh

Alain-René Hardy and Gaëlle Millet, Jacques Adnet, 2nd ed., Paris, 2014, p. 211 (for the desk model)

Overall in very good condition. The bamboo elements with minor isolated fine hairline cracks inherent in the material and consistent with age. The desk’s wooden surface top and drawer liner with scattered minor surface scuffs and scratches. The latter with isolated ring marks and spotting concentrated to the proper left side, the largest measuring approximately 3 inches. diameter. The leather surfaces are later replacements and present with minor scuffing and rubbing. The metal elements with minor oxidation. The chair with minor lifting to the bamboo to the base of the rear proper left leg, measuring approximately 1 x 1 inch. The leather appears to be original and presents with minor cracking to the upper portions of the backrest and edges of the seat. With the exception of the rear of the backrest and trim on the lower portions of the frame, the leather is slightly dry. The edges of the seat also with minor isolated losses concentrated to the proper right edge, all consistent with age and gentle use. A beautiful mid century French set in very good condition.
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.

Sotheby’s would like to thank Mr. Alain-René Hardy, author of Jacques Adnet, for his assistance with the cataloguing of this lot.