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George Nakashima
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- George Nakashima
- "Conoid Cushion" Chair
- client's name on the underside
- walnut, hickory and fabric upholstery
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Christie's New York, December 16, 1996, lot 936
Christie's New York, October 1, 2002, lot 251
John Bloom, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Christie's New York, December 16, 1996, lot 936
Christie's New York, October 1, 2002, lot 251
John Bloom, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Condition
Overall excellent condition. With minor surface scratches to the frame concentrated to the lower portion of the feet. The rubber webbing under the lower seat cushion with minor evidence of water staining. One minor surface scratch on the top of the back rail. The chair has two upholstered original cushions (only one shown in the catalogue illustration). Each of the cushions with minor soiling and evidence or sun fading.
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.