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Charles and Ray Eames
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Charles and Ray Eames
- A Unique First Edition ESU (Eames Storage Unit)
- with firm's label
zinc-plated steel angle supports, birch plywood shelves and drawers, perforated aluminum panels and lacquered masonite panels
Provenance
Commissioned directly from the artists
Private Collection, Los Angeles, CA
Private Collection of Mark McDonald, acquired circa 2000
Private Collection, Los Angeles, CA
Private Collection of Mark McDonald, acquired circa 2000
Condition
Overall superb original condition. The metal frame of the ESU with oxidation and scattered areas of discoloration which are visible in the catalogue illustration and consistent with the natural aging process of the material. The wooden elements with light surface scratches and some very minute edge nicks. All fastening hardware appears original. Some of the screwheads with rubbing to the silvering, or lacking the silvering, but all appear original an intact. The drawers with black interior and fitted with unique sheet metal gliders, which open with ease. A remarkable, museum quality piece.
Please note, this lot is being sold with a copy of the exhibition catalogue from Tokyo where this storage unit was exhibited.
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.