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TERENCE HAROLD ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS | Sofa n. 1678, circa 1950
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Terence Harold Robsjohn-Gibbings
- Sofa n. 1678, circa 1950
- walnut
- 83 x 213 x 87 cm ; 32 3/4 x 83 7/8 x 34 1/4 in.
walnut and upholstery
With the manufacturer's label WIDDICOMB designed by T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS on the underside of the seat and the metallic tag TRUE GRAND RAPIDS Cabinet Making Certified W-31355 under the seatback
Literature
Decorative Art, The Studio Year Book, vol. 45, 1955-1956, p. 67
Condition
Very good overall condition. The wood frame presents with a few light scratches, a few small dents and a few small paint stains, all consistent with age and use. The joints of the armrests have been re-inforced at a later stage. The proper right armrest with very few small previous restorations to the wood and a scuff mark to the tip of the armrest. The upholstery is in very good overall condition with some very light fraying consistent with age and use.
"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."
Catalogue Note
From 1943 to 1956, Terence Harold Robsjohn-Gibbings produced a line of modernist furnishings for Widdicomb, USA.