Property from the Collection of Michael and Renee Silverstein
Lot sold:
56,700
USD
Property from the Collection of Michael and Renee Silverstein
George Nakashima
Headboard
circa 1965
together with two later platform settees by Mira Nakashima executed in 2011
American black walnut, East Indian rosewood
headboard inscribed three times with the original owner's name
platform settees signed Mira Nakashima and dated June 2011
43 7/8 x 101 7/8 x 3 3/8 in. (111.2 x 257 x 8.6 cm) overall
Overall in very good condition. The headboard presents with a superb free edge area at the center top enhanced with a sleek rosewood key. The wood’s natural hairlines are stable. The wooden surfaces present with light surface scratches and very light edge abrasions consistent with gentle use. The proper right side of the headboard with an area of filling to the wood measuring approximately 4 inches wide, which is possibly inherent to production and not visually distracting. The recessed areas with some very minor soiling. The feet with some discoloration and scuffing consistent with use. The daybed is offered together with two later platform settees in very good condition overall.
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.
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