Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, New York, 1999, p. 77
Bodil Busk Laursen, Søren Matz, Christian Holmsted Olesen, Mesterværker: 100 års dansk møbelsnedkeri, Copenhagen, 2000, p. 264

Overall condition very good. Light natural wear to surfaces and extremities commensurate with age and use. There is a slightly loose joint to one back leg. There are some slight watermarks to the oak frame. The leather seat appears to be original – and a new insert of leather has been added to the inside of the back rest to increase support. The surfaces of the oak frame appear to have been cleaned. Overall in our opinion the chair presents well and retains a firm structure. The proper left arm has 3-4 tacks that are separated from the wooden frame with some subsequent wear to the wood.
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.