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Jean Prouvé
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Prouvé
- "Visiteur" Chair, Model 350
- oak, lacquered steel, aluminum and fabric upholstery
Provenance
Galerie Patrick Seguin, Paris
Literature
François Moulin, Jean Prouvé: le maître du métal, Strasburg, 2001, n.p.
Jean Prouvé, 1901-1984: Constructeur, Paris, 2001, p. 116
Peter Sulzer, Jean Prouvé: Oeuvre Complète/Complete Works, Volume 3: 1944-1954, Basel, 2005, cat. no. 1135.4,4
Galerie Patrick Seguin, Jean Prouvé, Paris, 2007, vol. 2, p. 310
Condition
Overall excellent condition. This model with a solid wooden backrest and aluminum seat. The wooden elements with some minor surface scratches and nicks. The top surfaces of the armrest with some minor rubbing. The aluminum seat in excellent condition. The black painted metal stretcher across the top of the backrest appears to have been repainted. This is lot is sold with tan upholstered cushions with dark brown piping and buttons, which were not shown in the catalogue illustration. An excellent example of this frame seat configuration.
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.