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Charlotte Perriand 1903-1999
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Buffet
- the four drawers each with moulded mark `MODELE CHARLOTTE PERRIAND/BREVETE S.G.D.G.'
- 81 by 312 by 46 cm.
- 32 by 122¾ by 18 in.
ash veneer, black laquered steel, grey and black plastic drawers
Provenance
Private collection, Gênes, Italy
Literature
Jacques Barsac, Charlotte Perriand: Un Art d'Habiter, 1903-1959, Paris, 2005, pp. 440-442 (for similar models)
Charlotte Perriand, exhibition. catalogue, Centre Pompidou, Paris, 2005, p. 162 (for the design drawings and a photograph of a similar model)
Condition
An attractive piece of good overall appearance. Minor old marks and scratches in places consistent with age and use. One black drawer with small portion from plastic runner missing. One support to base possibly later marked in black ink `S. Simon'. Top with three water stains and appears to have been lacquered. Facing left interior currently with four drawers which can be moved to the far right as well. Practical piece ready for use and display.
"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."