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Arne Jacobsen
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Arne Jacobsen
- Pair of "Swan" Chairs, Model No. 3320
each with manufacturer's label
- original leather and aluminum
Literature
"New Chapters in the Evolution of the Modern Chair by Paul McCobb and Arne Jacobsen," Interiors, June 1959, p. 115
Mobilia, June/July 1959, p. 55
Martin Eidelberg, ed., Design 1935-1965: What Modern Was, Montreal, 1991, p. 191
Charlotte and Peter Fiell, eds., 1000 Chairs, Cologne, 2000, p. 347
Carsten Thau and Kjeld Vindum, Arne Jacobsen, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 138, 142, and 469-470
Condition
Overall in excellent condition. The leather is original, but has recently been re-conditioned. With some very minor shallow surface scratches and a few very minor areas of isolated discoloration. The leather is in superb condition. The base with shallow scratches and some surface dirt.
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.