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ELIEL SAARINEN | Dining Table and Set of Six Dining Chairs
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Eliel Saarinen
- Dining Table and Set of Six Dining Chairs
- underside of the table stenciled F23
- birch, fabric upholstery
- dining table: 30 in. (76.2 cm) high52 in. (132.1 cm) diameterchairs: 33 x 18 1/2 x 20 in. (83.8 x 47 x 50.8 cm) each
- circa 1940-1949
table model no. F-23; chair model no. F-25designed for the Flexible Home Arrangements series by Johnson Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provenance
Rago Auctions, Lambertville, New Jersey, October 24, 2009, lots 702 and 703
The Collection of Sue Kohler, Washington, D.C.
Thence by descent
The Collection of Sue Kohler, Washington, D.C.
Thence by descent
Literature
Amy L. Arnold and Brian D. Conway, Michigan Modern: Design that Shaped America, Layton, UT, 2016, n.p. (for the table and chairs illustrated in a 1950 Flexible Home Arrangements catalogue)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The table and six chairs are an original set that present very well overall. The chairs have been professionally and sensitively reupholstered and are stable. Each chair presents with minor scuffing and light superficial scratches throughout, largely concentrated to the backrest area and consistent with age and gentle use. One chair with more visible scratches to the backrest area, the largest measuring 9 inches in length and not visually distracting. The feet of each chair with minor signs of scuffing resulting in areas of discoloration. Two chairs are missing four metal foot tacks and one chair is missing one tack. The table presents with minor areas of scratches and rubbing concentrated towards the outer edges of the tabletop. Table top with minor scuffing throughout, consistent with gentle use and age. Very light scuffing at the base resulting in small areas of discoloration. An important and complete set by Saarinen in fully functional 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.
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.