T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1905 - 1976

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T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS, COLLECTION PRIVEE LOTS 115-123

La collection de mobilier grec antique dessinée par T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings est le résultat de plus de vingt années d'études et compréhension du mobilier grec antique visible sur la statuaire, les fresques et poteries des musées du monde entier. Exposée pour la première fois à Athènes le 31 mai 1961 et éditée exclusivement par Saridis depuis, cette collection fût acclamé et reçu la plus grande attention par la presse spécialisée, notamment Life, Connaissance des Arts, ou encore The New York Times.
L'ensemble de mobilier et objets présentés du lot 115 à 123 fait partie d'une commande réalisé par Monsieur et Madame Lewis F. Wheelock en 1974 pour leur appartement athénien, situé dans le quartier résidentiel de Metz, face à l'Acropole. La totalité du mobilier fût dessiné par Robjohn-Gibbings et édité par Saridis, et est resté dans la famille depuis l'origine.

The following collection designed by of T.H Robsjohn Gibbings who studied and assimilated the forms of antique Greek furniture seen on statuary, frescoes and pottery in museums around the world for over twenty years and their influence is clearly visible in his work. First shown in an exhibition in Athens on May 31st 1961 and then produced exclusively by the Greek cabinetmaking firm Saridis, his furniture was critically acclaimed by contemporary commentators, including Life, Connaissance des Arts and the New York Times.
The pieces of furniture and objects presented from lot 115 to lot 123 are part of a group commissioned by Mr and Mrs. Lewis F. Wheelock in 1974 for their Athens apartment in the residential neighbourhood of Metz, which is appropriately positioned in front of the Acropolis. It has remained with the family ever since.

Très bon état général Léger dessèchement des lanières en cuir, certaines légèrement craquelées ou griffées. Infime petits coups aux pieds. Pour tout renseignement ou image complémentaire sur ce lot, veuillez nous contacter au +33.1.53.05.52.81 Very good overall condition. Very slight drying up to the leather, some parts slightly cracking or scratched. Minor dents to the feet. For any additional information or image for this lot, please contact us at the following number +33.1.53.05.52.81
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