Donald Deskey

David A. Hanks and Jennifer Toher, Donald Deskey:  Decorative Designs and Interiors, New York, 1987, p. vi (for a photograph of Donald Deskey seated in a related chair model at Radio City Music Hall)

Overall very good condition. A small group of Deskey designs from Radio City Music Hall were removed from the building during a 1980s renovation. After years of storage the original upholstery was too distressed to be saved. The leather upholstery on this sofa has been replaced with vintage leather in manner and material consistent with the original design. The leather upholstery shows minor wear including a few occasional shallow surface scratches and creasing. The wooden elements of the work appear to have a possible later finish, and present with minor surface scratches, rubbing to finish and some minor edge nicks which are consistent with gentle use. The top surface of the armrests with minor areas of rubbing from 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.