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Charlotte Perriand
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A tripod chair
- 67.5cm.;
- 2ft 2½in.
oak
Literature
Mary McLeod, ed., Charlotte Perriand: An Art of Living, New York, 2003, pp. 172, 179, 217, 220
Condition
A decorative piece of good overall appearance. Piece has been stripped at some point, with traces of old polish in areas. Colour is slightly less rich than suggested by the illustration. Seat with blemishing. With a dry patina. Old marks and scratches in places, consistent with age and use. Of good structural condition.
"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 model was first designed in 1947 by Perriand for the Shangri-La nightclub at Méribel-les-Allues, France, and was latterly exhibited in the Formes Utiles exhibition held at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 1949.