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Gerrit Th. Rietveld (1888-1964)
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description
- Gerrit Th. Rietveld
- Zig-Zag Stoel
solid maple segments, transparent varnish
- 73, 5 by 36,5 by 40, 5 cm.
- Designed in 1932-1933 and executed in 1934 - 1939.
Provenance
A gift from G. van de Groenekan, De Bilt circa 1980
Literature
M. Küper and I. van Zijl, Gerrit Th. Rietveld 1888 - 1964, Het volledige werk, Utrecht 1992, p. 145 - 147, no. 189
Condition
Overall good and original, general traces of age, use and wear. Scratches and dents to the surface of most segments, dents and minor chips to edges and corners. The base panel is slightly warped (front right corner slightly curving upwards) making the chair a bit instable, the seat and back rest slightly warped causing two vertical cracks (longest ca. 10cm) in the back rest of the seat running upward from the dovetail connection. Construction firm. The thick transparent varnish is probably of later date.
"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."