Gerrit Th. Rietveld (1888-1964)

Acquired directly from G. van de Groenekan, De Bilt circa 1958

Rood-Blauwe Stoel: Overall good and original, general traces of age, use and wear. The paint with logical wear to the seat and top of backrest and armrests, minor dents and damages along edges and corners.The construction firm, the backrest connected to the cross-section billets with bent aluminium strips -as usual in postwar versions. Divantafeltje: Overall good and original, general traces of age, use and wear. The paint with logical and minor wear to the top, minor dents and damages along edges and corners. Construction firm.
"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.
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Offered together with a table by the same artist, Divantafeltje,
with branded mark Van de Groenekan 
solid beech and multiplex, painted in red, blue, yellow, black and white
60 by 50 by 50 cm.
Designed in 1923 and executed by G. van de Groenekan 1977.
Acquired directly from G. van de Groenekan, De Bilt, 1977.