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George Nakashima
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- George Nakashima
- Four "Conoid" Chairs
- with client's name to underside
- American black walnut and hickory
Provenance
Acquired directly from the designer
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The surface of the chairs with a later finish that is shiny when viewed in person. The chairs with scattered minor surface scratches and a few edge nicks consistent with use. The lower portion of each of the chair legs with expected concentrated edge nicks and surface scratches consistent with use. A very well-matched set of four chairs acquired at the same time from the studio with beautifully nuanced figuring to boards selected for the seats.
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.