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Ron Arad
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ron Arad
- "Paved with Good Intentions"
- engraved 24 R. Arad 2005
- mirror-polished steel
number 24 from an installation of 69 unique tables
Exhibited
Friedman Benda Gallery, Art Basel, Miami, FL, December 1-10, 2005
Literature
Emily Hall, ed., Ron Arad: No Discipline, exh. cat., The Museum of Modern Art, New York, 2009, p. 139
Condition
Overall in excellent original condition. The top is executed in a mirror-polished steel and should be treated with care as it will easily scratch. The top surface with a few very minor and shallow surface scratches, none of which interrupt to dramatic presentation of the piece. The feet with a a few concentrated scratches and minor abrasions, which is consistent with gentle use. Please note the measurement of this table, as it is large in scale. A wonderful example in original condition from this highly regarded exhibition of Ron AradÂ’s designs.
Due to the fragile nature of this table, special handling and/or packing may be required during the shipping process. Please inquire directly with the 20th Century Design or Post Sale Services Departments if you have any questions or require assistance regarding the shipping of this item.
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.
Catalogue Note
The present lot is one of 69 unique tables created by Ron Arad for the Friedman Benda Gallery installation at Design Miami in 2005. “Paved with Good Intentions” included a number of tables on the ground contrasted by variants that curved and climbed the walls. Ron Arad introduced the mirror-polished tables as reflective devices in the Fondation Cartier commission. In 2005 he further expanded this installation concept to blanket the entire space with organically-shaped tables in order to reflect the nature and surroundings of the viewer on multiple planes.