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André Arbus and Vadim Androusov
Estimate
50,000 - 60,000 EUR
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Description
- Pair of armchairs, circa 1949
- wood and bronze
- 85 x 67,5 x 57,5 cm ; 33 1/2 x 26 1/2 x 22 5/8 in.
lacquered wood, patinated bronze and original leather upholstery
Literature
Yvonne Brunhammer, André Arbus, Architecte-Décorateur des années 40, Paris, 1996, pp. 310-311 and p. 314
Bruno Foucart and Jean-Louis Gaillemin, Les Décorateurs des années 40, Paris, 1998, p. 85
Bruno Foucart and Jean-Louis Gaillemin, Les Décorateurs des années 40, Paris, 1998, p. 85
Condition
Very good overall condition.
Minor surface scratches on the lacquered wood with very few minute dents, mostly located on the feet.
On the armrest, around the junctions (to the seat and to the armrest cushion) : minor cracks and lacks of lacquered wood, some of them restored, barely visible and not visually distractive.
On one of the armchair :
Three very minute lacks of black lacquer (2 on the proper right foot - 1 on the proper right armrest) revealing the white surface underneath.
The leather in good condition, with light wear consistent with use. A few minor dents on the proper right side of 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."