Lot 290
  • 290

Jean Prouvé

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description

  • Jean Prouvé
  • Pair of "Visiteur" Chairs, Model No. 350
  • oak, lacquered steel and painted aluminum

Provenance

Galerie Downtown, Paris

Literature

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
François Moulin, Jean Prouvé: le maître du métal, Strasburg, 2001, n.p.
Jean Prouvé, 1901-1984: Constructeur, Paris, 2001, p. 116

Condition

Overall excellent condition. The painted metal elements with minor scratches and minor losses. Larger losses to the paint at the front of the metal frames of the armrests at the bent areas. The wooden seats and armrest with minor nicks, dings and scratches consistent with age and use. The wooden feet with more nicks and scratches as expected. The painted aluminum seats with scratches. the frames are slightly loose and would benefit from being tightened. With later fabric light tan colored cushions. An excellent matched example of this model with solid wooden seat backs.
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.