Lot 987
  • 987

Ron Arad for One Off, b. 1951

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description

  • 'Italian Fish' Armchair
  • polished and patinated steel
  • 89 by 96 by 67.5cm., 35 by 37 3/4 by 26 1/2 in.
  • Executed in 1989.

Provenance

One Off, London, 1989
Sotheby's, New York, 9 December 2005, lot 10

Literature

Ron Arad: "Sticks and Stones", One Offs & Short Runs, 1980-1990, exhibition catalogue, Vitra Design Museum, Weil am Rhein, 1990, pp.92-93 for a drawing and a similar model
Deyan Sudjic, Ron Arad, London, 1999, p.64
Gareth Williams & Nick Wright, Cut and Shut, the History of Creative Salvage, London, 2012, p.140 for a similar model

Condition

Good overall condition. A few light scratches to mirrored surface, particularly to seat. Patinated finish generally good. Back with three horizontal scratches, approx. 2 cm in lenght in the middle of the back mid-height.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Number 9 from the edition of 20