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Jean Prouvé
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Prouvé
- "Visiteur" Armchair, Model No. 350
- oak, enameled steel and aluminum
Provenance
Private European Collection
Christie's London, The Chair, October 29, 1997, lot 76
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Christie's London, The Chair, October 29, 1997, lot 76
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Peter Sulzer, Jean Prouvé: Oeuvre Complète/Complete Works, Volume 3: 1944-1954, Basel, 2005, pp. 158-159
Galerie Patrick Seguin, Jean Prouvé, Paris, 2007, vol. 2, pp. 288-291
Galerie Patrick Seguin, Jean Prouvé, Paris, 2007, vol. 2, pp. 288-291
Condition
Overall good condition. The green lacquered surfaces appear to be original with minor surface scratches, minor abrasions and minor losses scattered throughout, as seen in the catalogue illustration. The wooden elements of the chair with some scattered surface scratches, rubbing to finish and minor edge abrasions, consistent with age and use. Both the seat and seat back on this example are aluminium. The seat with minor surface soiling, light oxidation and a few minor indentations consistent with age and use. The chair retains all of its original ball feet, which present with vertical cracks consistent with age and dryness of the material. A great example of the model in original condition. -----
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.