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George Nakashima 1905-1990
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 'Minguren I' Coffee Table
- signed 'George Nakashima April 1986' with client's name to underside
- maple burl and American black walnut
- 38.1 by 135.9 by 70.5 cm.
- 15 by 53 1/2 by 27 3/4 in.
an extraordinary maple burl slab with dramatic free edges, deep fissures and intricate burled hollows on a tapered American black walnut base
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Private Collection, United States
Private Collection, United States
Condition
Overall excellent original condition. With some very faint scratches to the top and edges of the base. Surface dirt to crevices as expected with age, which is easily removed. A superb example of a variant wood with a specially ordered 2 inch thick top.
"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."
Catalogue Note
This lot is being sold with a copy of the original design drawing by George Nakashima, and a collection of personal correspondence with the original commissioning family.