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Gerrit Thomas Rietveld
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Gerrit Thomas Rietveld
- A Rare "Zig-Zig Kinderstoel"
- with firm's paper label and branded H.G.M/G. A. v. d. GROENEKAN/DE BILT NEDERLAND
- oak
Provenance
Acquired directly from Gerard van de Groenekan by the present owner
Literature
Marijke Küper and Ida van Zijl, Gerrit Th. Rietveld, Utrecht, 1992, p. 147 (for the model, circa 1940, in the collection of the Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam)
Peter Vöge, The Complete Rietveld Furniture, Rotterdam, 1993, p. 119
Luca Dosi Delfini, The Furniture Collection, Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam, 2004, p. 316 (for the model, circa 1940, in the collection of the Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam)
Peter Vöge, The Complete Rietveld Furniture, Rotterdam, 1993, p. 119
Luca Dosi Delfini, The Furniture Collection, Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam, 2004, p. 316 (for the model, circa 1940, in the collection of the Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam)
Condition
Overall in very good original condition. The finish on the chair presents lighter when view in person than it appears in the catalogue illustration, with elements of the wood graining visible. The center portion of the tray is removable through a track system and has fastening hardware to the underside. It appears that one side of the tray is slightly warped from age, and therefore there is a minor separation along the seams once the tray is in place. This appears to be a result of the aging process of the elements of the chair. The tray is still able to be removed with ease. With a few minor nicks and scratches, consistent with age and use. This chair was acquired by the present owner directly from the producer and it was been careful maintained throughout its history. The paper label to the underside is indicative of the 1960s production date of the model.
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.