- 115
George Nakashima
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- George Nakashima
- Headboard
- together with a copy of the drawing for the headboard by George Nakashima
English laurel
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Private Collection
Sotheby's New York, March 23, 1996, lot 99
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall in good condition. The headboard overall is slightly dry. The wood selected for this piece with nice figuring and deep rich tone. With scattered edge losses at the corners and top edge of the frame, which measure one inch at the largest. If one desires, the appearance of the losses could be minimized with restoration. A large work which could be used for a king-sized headboard.
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.