Dietikon, CH
Details
- Dimensions
- 14.96ʺW × 19.69ʺD × 29.53ʺH
- Designer
- Marcel Breuer
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Plywood
- Steel
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use,Partially Restored,Surface Has Been Polished Patina Consistent with Age and Use,Partially Restored,Surface Has Been Polished less
- Description
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Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between different gestures and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its …
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Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between different gestures and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its experimental approach reveals a complex shape. The expressive frame is folded out of a piece of flat steel, shaped in a manner so to resemble a sleigh. Although strong in its expression, the appearance of the chair is rather tender. Along with its curved corners, the frame, together with thin plywood used for the seat, creates a delicate structure which appears almost flexible. All parts are authentic. The seat is done in plywood, while the backseat is in wood, and remain in their original condition. The metal is rich in surface and reveals a wonderful patina. To keep the value of the item and its authenticity, the finish wasn’t overpainted, while the character of the surface was preserved in its original condition. I think this piece blends well with many interior styles. As a chair with a special expression, it is an interesting detail wherever placed. P! galerie’s selection is mainly focused on design masterpieces between 1918 and 1970. Apart from rare french mid-century modern design artefacts by pierre jeanneret, jean prouvé, le corbusier, and charlotte perriand, our offer includes masterpieces of historic importance and value by gerrit rietveld, lina bo bardi, marcel breuer, oscar niemeyer, or, for example, eileen gray. Following all ethical and juridical requirements, all items from our carefully curated collection come with a certificate of authenticity. We try to preserve as much of patina as possible during the process of restoration, as it defines these historic pieces. Not only do we cooperate with museums and offer auction houses our services and expert opinion, we also look forward to welcoming you as a private collector and connoisseur. Literature: christopher wilk, marcel breuer: furniture and interiors, (new york: moma, 1981), 115-123, 120. Derek e. Ostergard, bent wood and metal furniture 1850-1946, (washington: university of washington, 1987), 300. Provenance: workshop at ulm school of design, germany. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
or other literature sources and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising
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