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Karl Springer
(German-American, 1931–1991)
Custom cabinet in scored leather finish, 1987
Estimate: $1,000-$2,000
Sold
$550
Live Auction
Modern Design
Location
Chicago
Size
85 h × 47¾ w × 24½ dia in (216 × 121 × 62 cm)
Description
Karl Springer
(German-American, 1931–1991)
Custom cabinet in scored leather finish, 1987
scored leather over wood
with 'Karl Springer 1987' label to back near base
85 h × 47¾ w × 24½ dia in (216 × 121 × 62 cm)
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Remote control mechanism has not been tested within upper area of cabinet. There is a pull-out shelf that swivels initially used as a television cabinet. In overall stable and ready to use condition. There are no breaks, losses or repairs to the overall structure of the cabinet. One slightly discolored area on the center front near the door opening may be a repair. Bottom proper right door does not latch properly, but the hardware is intact and functioning. All internal drawers open smoothly. Small areas of light scuffing and edge wear along the bottom edges. Please see additional images.
Signature
with 'Karl Springer 1987' label to back near base
Provenance
Property from a private Kansas City Collection.Lot includes digital copy of original receipt from Karl Springer Ltd. New York.