- 84
Pierre Koenig and Gerald McCabe
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Pierre Koenig and Gerald McCabe
- "Music Center" Cabinet
- together with the photograph "Pierre Koenig, Case Study House No. 21" by Julius Shulman, chromogenic print, with photographer's reproduction limitation and studio stamps and numerical notations in ink on the reverse, circa 1958, printed later
- walnut veneer, plastic laminated plywood and chromium-plated metal
Provenance
Private Collection
Sotheby's New York, June 8, 2005, lot 84
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Sotheby's New York, June 8, 2005, lot 84
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Elizabeth A. T. Smith, Case Study Houses, Cologne, 2002, pp. 2, 288, 289 and 291 (for a similar example from Case Study House No. 21)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The white top surface is in good condition, there are three openings to the top originally to access the stereo. One opening: the metal joint used to keep the open top in place is broken and lacking in the other opening. There are two wooden shelves inside the cabinet. The chromium-plated metal feet with pitting and small minor areas of discoloration. The fabric covering for the loud speakers with light surface dirt consistent with age. On the reverse of the cabinet behind the speaker boxes are two approx. 5 x 10 in. openings retrofitted with modern speakers. The wood under one speaker has been replaced. The wooden elements on the proper left side is lightly discolored from sun exposure. Please note that this piece is being offered with a color photograph by Julius Shulman showing the model in the Cast Study House no. 21. A rare work from the Case Study homes.
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.
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.