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André Arbus and Vadim Androusov
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- Desk and armchair, circa 1940
- bronze and wood
- Desk : 74,5 x 177,5 x 64,5 cm ; 29 3/8 x 69 7/8 x 25 3/8 in. <br />Armchair : 94,5 x 60 x 61,5 cm ; 37 1/4 x 23 5/8 x 24 1/4 in.
lacquered wood, leather and bronze mask
Literature
Yvonne Brunhammer, André Arbus, Architecte-Décorateur des années 40, Paris, 1996, p. 175 for a related example
Condition
Very good overall condition.
Few surface scratches scattered and very few minor dents on the wood. A minor circular chip on the proper right back foot (approximately 20cm up from the bottom of the foot).
The leather is slightly worn with several scratches and scuffs, all consistent with age and use.
Armchair : good overall condition. Minor surface scratches on the wood and a few rare and very minute chips.
The leather is worn and dried out with cracks throughout the seat and on the upper part of the backrest.
"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."
"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."