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Shiro Kuramata
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- SHIRO KURAMATA
- "Acrylic" Stool
- acrylic, aluminum, feather
from an edition of 40
Provenance
Friedman Benda, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Shiro Kuramata 1934-1991, Hara Museum of Contemporary Art, exh. cat., Tokyo, 1996, p. 74, no. 29, p. 196, no. 4
Jean-Louis Gaillemin, ed., Design Contre Design: Deux siècles de créations, exh. cat., Galerie Nationale du Grand Palais, Paris, 2007, p. 288
Deyan Sudjic, Shiro Kuramata: Essays & Writings, London, 2013, p. 107
Deyan Sudjic, Shiro Kuramata: Catalogue of Works, London, 2013, p. 379, no. 611, p. 380, fig. 612
Jean-Louis Gaillemin, ed., Design Contre Design: Deux siècles de créations, exh. cat., Galerie Nationale du Grand Palais, Paris, 2007, p. 288
Deyan Sudjic, Shiro Kuramata: Essays & Writings, London, 2013, p. 107
Deyan Sudjic, Shiro Kuramata: Catalogue of Works, London, 2013, p. 379, no. 611, p. 380, fig. 612
Condition
Overall in excellent original condition. The surfaces with a few very shallow scattered surface scratches and light surface soiling consistent with gentle handling. A great example of an iconic design by Kuramata.
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.
Catalogue Note
This lot is being sold with a certificate of authenticity by Mieko Kuramata.