Donald Deskey

Wiener Furniture Company Catalogue, circa 1933, no. 4517
David A. Hanks and Jennifer Toher, Donald Deskey:  Decorative Designs and Interiors, New York, 1987, p. 183 

Overall in very good condition. When viewed in person, the upholstery of the chair is the upholstery is not as vibrant or as orange as it appears in the catalogue illustration; it is more a warm brown with orange undertones. The wood surfaces with a few minor surface scratches and minor edge abrasions consistent with age and gentle use. The chair has been reupholstered and the upholstery is in good condition with minor surface dirt and light wear consistent with age and gentle use. A rare chair by Deskey to appear on the market for this design used in a few important commissions.
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.

Examples of this design were used by Deskey in Radio City Music Hall's Women's Lounge and the Richard R. Mandel house commissions.