Paige Rense, former editor-in-chief of Architectural Digest
Christie's New York, June 14, 1986, lot 460
Acquired from the above by the present owner

"XXVe Salon des Artistes Décorateurs," Art et Décoration, June 1935, p. 205
Yvonne Brunhammer, André Arbus, Paris, 1996, pp. 98-99
Bruno Foucart and Jean-Louis Gaillemin, Les Décorateurs des années 40, Paris, 1998, p. 77

Overall in good condition, consistent with age and gentle use. The parchment surfaces has been stabilized and presents with scattered scuffs, surface scratches, staining, shallow dents and minor discoloration throughout consistent with age and use. The top surface with minor seam separation of the parchment which has been filled in at some point, with a faint rectangular line at the back central area measuring approximately 5 ½ by 8 ¾ in. The upper trim of the parchment with minor flaking and lifting to the veneer throughout, concentrated to the top proper left front corner, that has been filled at some point in the commode's history. The top central drawer with lifting of the parchment and flaking from an older restoration in two areas, each measuring approximately 3 in. and with minor bubbling throughout. The central proper left drawer with a minor scratch measuring approximately 2 in. The handles and eschuteon previously made of ivory have been replaced with ivorine in keeping with the original design. The base with minor seam separations to the joints of the legs. The legs with a few expected surface scratches, wear and minor dents consistent with age and gentle use. The back of the commode has been replaced and painted white at some point in the history of the piece. A good example of French neoclassical design from André Arbus.
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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