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Tord Boontje b. 1968
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- `Revolution Chair in Inferno'
- with artist's signature and date
lacquered metal, foam and wool upholstery
- 80.3 cm. high
- 31 5/8 in.
lacquered metal and wool
Provenance
Moss, New York
Exhibited
The End by Tord Boontje, Moss, New York, 9 February-20 March 2005
Literature
Gareth Williams, The Furniture Machine: Furniture since 1990, London, 2006, p. 158
Martina Margetts, Tord Boontje, New York, 2006, p. 259
Martina Margetts, Tord Boontje, New York, 2006, p. 259
Condition
Overall in excellent condition. Minor chips to the red paint along the edges of the base consistent with use. Surface dirt and dust to the garland element and the upholstery of the seat of the chair. Underside of the base with three affixed fabric pads. The garland element is not attached and therefore can be styled in variant manners. The chair designed to swivel on its base.
"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."