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Ilonka Karasz
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Ilonka Karasz
- Armchair from the Film Guild Cinema, 52 West 8th Street, New York
bleached mahogany and vinyl upholstery
Literature
Lisa Phillips, ed., Frederick Kiesler, New York, 1989, p. 18
Frederick Kiesler: Artiste-architecte, Paris, 1996, p. 94
Condition
Overall in good condition. With some wear and discoloration to the upholstery. With rubbing and wear to the top corners of the upholstered back rest and seams. The wooden frame with nicks, scratches and dings consistent with age and use. The lower portion of the feet with concentrated areas of wear, scratches and slight loss to finish.
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.
Catalogue Note
The Film Guild Center was designed by Frederick Kiesler in 1929 for Symon Gould and was one of the first modern movie theatres in Manhattan. The balconies and decorations of classically structured theatres were replaced with graded seating for optimal viewing and modern aesthetics. For the design of the furniture in the lobby, Kiesler turned to his friend, Ilonka Karasz.