- 368
Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967)
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A partner's desk
- 70.5cm. high by 144.5cm. long by 131cm. wide;
- 2ft 3¾in., 4ft 8 7/8 in., 4ft 3½in.
teak and veneered, of L-shape and with an inverted bookshelf along one side
Condition
Old marks and scratches overall. Some more extensive scratching to side of shelves and to top. A number of areas of veneer repair such as to top edge above shelves, and some areas restored with filler to other side. Some nibbling overally, particulary to top edge. Some screw heads missing but generally sound. Some ink marks on front edge. Joints slightly separating.
"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
The shape of this piece corresponds with the design of a desk found in the judge's chambers of the High Court. Illustrated here, it shows the plan of the room with the desk surrounded by three chairs. This drawing also ilustrates three benches around a coffee table. Another sketch of the room with a side aspect, a copy of which is available upon request, shows that these benches have the same tapering legs of the following lot, 369.