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Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Octagonal Bas Settee

Lot #153 | 2008-12-18 | Sotheby's, New York
Important 20th Century Design


Category:

Furniture

Estimate:

USD 70,000 - 90,000 (currency of sale)

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Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08502
Auction name: Important 20th Century Design
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2008-12-18
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Furniture Design
Department: Other
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Provenance
Tommy Perse, Los Angeles, 1982
Literature
Florence Camard, Ruhlmann: Master of Art Deco , New York, 1983, p. 253 (for the armchair in this pattern) Condition Very good overall condition. The wood surface is sun faded and dry and would benefit from a light restoration. There is some light rubbing and wear to the corners and high points as expected from normal use. The corner blocks of the frame have been replaced. The block feet have some chip losses and veneer repairs as expected. The nickeled-bronze feet are tarnished and have some rubbing to the bronze as expected. 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.
Catalog summary
Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann "Octagonal Bas" Settee macassar ebony and nickeled bronze Provenance Tommy Perse, Los Angeles, 1982 Literature Florence Camard, Ruhlmann: Master of Art Deco , New York, 1983, p. 253 (for the armchair in this pattern) Condition Very good overall condition. The wood surface is sun faded and dry and would benefit from a light restoration. There is some light rubbing and wear to the corners and high points as expected from normal use. The corner blocks of the frame have been replaced. The block feet have some chip losses and veneer repairs as expected. The nickeled-bronze feet are tarnished and have some rubbing to the bronze as expected. 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.
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