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George Nakashima (1905 - 1990)
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- A set of eight 'Conoid' chairs
each piece signed to underside 'Dreisbach / (1 piece seat) / George Nakashima / May 11 1990'
- 90cm. high;
- 2ft 11½in.
walnut and hickory, with carved seats and spindle backs
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Condition
An impressive set of good overall appearance. With minor old marks, scratches and knocks in places, totally consistent with use. Some areas slightly faded and one or two watermarks in places. A good set which is ready for use.
Will be accompanied by photocopies of the following pieces of documentation:
Client's letter proposing a dining service to match that made for Governor Nelson Rockefeller, dated 2 August 1988
Reply from Marion Nakashima, dated 24 August 1988
Client's request to schedule order, dated 15 October 1988
Letter from George Nakashima, dated 26 October 1988
Client's letter confirming order, dated 4 November 1988
Estimates for various options of wood choices with illustrations, signed by George Nakashima, dated 8 November 1988
Illustrations, signed by George Nakashima, dated 8 November 1988
Order confirmation, dated 9 November 1988
Client's approval of order confirmation, undated
Invoice, dated 28 April 1990
"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."