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Jean Prouvé
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Prouvé
- Table from Doncourt-les-Conflans, Briey, Lorraine, France
- painted metal and laminate
Literature
Peter Sulzer, Jean Prouvé: Oeuvre Complète/Complete Works, Volume 3: 1944-1954, Basel, 2005 pp. 320-321 (for a discussion of both the earlier and later phases of the buildings at Doncourt-lés-Conflans)
Condition
Overall in good original condition. The top yellow laminate surface with some surface scratches. Nicks, dings and rubbing to edges. One corner with small losses to the laminated surface of the top and slightly larger losses to the underside (not visible when the piece is righted). The red metal surfaces of the legs with corrosion, losses to paint and general scratches. Losses to paint isolated to the tops of the surfaces.
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.
Catalogue Note
Designed in 1938 as a youth hostel, the structure by Le Corbusier and Jacques and Bertrand Ogé was destroyed prior to completion during World War II. Jean Prouvé designed the furniture for the earlier structure, including the present lot, as well as the later realized aviation club.