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Lot 196
  • 196

Otakar Novotný

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Otakar Novotný
  • Suite of Czech Oak Dining Chairs and a Circular Extension Table, together with an en suite Czech Cubist oak three-cushion sofa ( SOUPRAVA DUBOVÝCH ŽIDLÍ A KULATÉHO STOLU, POLSTROVANÉ KUBISTICKÉ SOFA Z BUKOVÉHO DŘEVA)
  • oak, the table with circular top with tapering reeded edge, on tapering faceted square legs enclosing a pedestal on a concave-sided stretcher, with two leaves; the dining chairs comprising four side chairs and two armchairs, each with faceted stepped pediment crest above a concave back and trapezoidal seat, on faceted splayed legs; together with a Czech Cubist oak three-cushion sofa en suite, also designed by Otakar Novotný, with panel back an🌊d arms, on tap✨ering faceted legs

  • table height: 79cm., 31in.; diameter: 118cm., 46½in.; width of each leaf: 28.5cm., 11¼ in.
The table with circular top with tapering reeded edge, on tapering faceted square legs enclosing a pedestal on a concave-sided stretcher, with two leaves; the dining chairs comprising four side chairs and two armchairs, each with faceted stepped pedimented crest above a concave back and trapezoidal seat, on faceted splayed legs; together with a Czech Cubist oak three-cushion sofa en suite, designed by George Novotny, circa 1930, with panel back and arms, on tapering faceted legs.

Provenance

Executed in 1922 for the Ledeč and Březina families; thence by decent 
Sale: Dorotheum, Prague, 26 May 2007, lot 648
Purchased at the above sale

Condition

The Dining chairs: The oak veneers are good. Upholsterey good. Very minor chips, from use to each leg. The Extending table: This lacks the leaves described in the catalogue. The parquetry top is very attractive and has minor surface scratches from use, these will polish out easily. The extension mechanism is good and has recently undergone some repairs. The Sofa: Generally good, the oak veeners with minor scratches and the right armrest with a mark. The plywood back and seat good. The Upholstery is good. A very stylish lot.
"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."