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Arne Jacobsen
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Arne Jacobsen
- "Egg" Chair, Model No. 3316
- chromium-plated metal and orignal leather upholstery
Literature
'Arne Jacobsen," Interiors, June 1959, p. 115
Mobilia, June/July 1959, p. 55
Carsten Thau and Kjeld Vindum, Arne Jacobsen, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 154, 158-159, 433-435, 438-439, 471-472
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, vol. 2, Copenhagen, 2007, pp. 136-137
Mobilia, June/July 1959, p. 55
Carsten Thau and Kjeld Vindum, Arne Jacobsen, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 154, 158-159, 433-435, 438-439, 471-472
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, vol. 2, Copenhagen, 2007, pp. 136-137
Condition
Overall in very good condition with minor surface scratches, light crazing and some isolated abrasions to the leather. With areas of numerous nicks to the leather to the outer portion of the proper left arm and the proper right side of the chair. Some reveal the natural color of the leather. With an area of white discoloration to the proper right side, and a larger area of lighter white discoloration that appears someone tried to wipe away, and therefore is extends most of the proper right side. With rubbing to the leather piping of the seat cushion. The stuffing of the chair has hardened with age. The metal elements of the base with scattered light surface scratches and some discoloration consistent with age and use.
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.