ROBERT WILSON | "Bessie Smith Breakfast" Chair

designed for the theatrical production Cosmopolitan Greetings
number nine from an edition of twelve

Robert Wilson Work Ltd., New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1999

Overall in very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. The top surface of the seat with a few tightly grouped minor hairline cracks which measure approximately 1 1/2” (4 cm) appear stable and are not visually disruptive. The lacquered finish presents with a few minor scuffs concentrated to the rear right proper corner of the seat. The rear left proper corner of the backrest with a few scattered scuffs which are not visually disruptive. The underside of the black lacquered feet with some wear which reveals the white base below and is not visible when the chair is upright. A surreal and playful model with good provenance.
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This lot is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Robert Wilson Studio.