Jean Prouvé

Acquired from DeLorenzo 1950, New York, by the present owner, 1988

Peter Sulzer, Jean Prouvé:  Oeuvre Complète/Complete Works, Volume 3:  1944-1954, Basel, 2005, cat. no. 993, 1146.1, 1147, and 1146.4
Galerie Patrick Seguin, Jean Prouvé, Paris, 2007, vol. 2, pp. 474-478

Overall in very good original condition. The black lacquered elements of the case with some minor chips to the high points of the raised vertical elements. The wooden doors of the cabinet with an abraded line, visible in the catalogue illustration that run the length of the proper left door at the midpoint. Professional restoration could lessen its appearance if one desired. With a loss to the veneer at the lower corner of the proper right door, as seen in the catalogue illustration. The proper left door with a small veneer loss to the lower portion of the door. Both doors with very minor circular discolorations which are possibly inherent in the design. The wood with very light warping, which is less evident once the doors are in place in the cabinet. The enameled metal feet with chips, consistent with use. With six shelves to the interior and with the original shelf pins. Shelves with minor edge losses from use and placement changes/removal. One shelf with possible restoration.
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.