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Poul Kjærholm
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Poul Kjærholm
- Three-Seat Sofa, Model PK31-3 and Pair of Armchairs, Model PK31-1
each with firm's marks
superb and rare original cordovan-stained leather and chromium-plated steel
Literature
"Poul Kjærholm," Industrial Design, February 1960, p. 64
Christoffer Harlang, Keld Helmer-Petersen and Krestine Kjærholm, eds., Poul Kjærholm, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 98-99 and 178
Michael Sheridan, Poul Kjærholm: Furniture Architect, exh. cat., Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Esberg, Denmark, 2006, pp. 130, 144-147 and 183
Condition
Overall very good condition. The leather surfaces throughout with minor rubbing, crazing, minor staining and surface scratches. With noticeable rubbing and minor losses to the ribbing throughout. Some of the corners on both the chairs and sofa with concentrated areas where the leather has begun to crack. These have not broken the surface of the leather, and are expected considering the age of the piece. The back of the sofa with four scratches measuring approximately 1.5 inches in length. Three of the four have broken the surface of the leather. The chairs with wear to the bottom seat cushions consistent with age and use. Also with concentrated rubbing to the top of the arms. When turned over, the underside of the leather sofa shows evidence of staining, which extends to the adjacent metal frame and fabric upholstered reverse of the cushions. Scattered minor areas of staining to the metal frame in various locations. The color of these three works is slightly more red than it appears in the catalogue illustration. Superb examples of the models.
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.