- 86
Richard Artschwager
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A rare 'Chair/chair'
- the underside with two Vitra labels
- 100cm. high by 101cm. wide by 130cm. deep;
- 3ft 3 1/2 in., 3ft 3 3/4 in., 4ft 3 1/4 in.
manufactured by Vitra, bent ash ply, walnut veneer, black leather and orange painted metal
Condition
A striking piece of good overall condition. Of good structural condition. Of slightly richer tone than the catalogue illustration suggests. Minor old marks and scratches. One label printed, the other with typed serial numbers. A practical piece, ready for display.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Vitra have confirmed that the current lot was manufactured by them in 1987. It is believed that less than ten were produced in this edition. Subsequently, in 1990, a later edition of 100 signed and numbered Chair/Chairs was released by the artist's studio, upholstered in cow hide.