T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom sofa

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Custom sofa

Peterson Studios
United Kingdom, c. 1937
upholstery, maple
30 h x 76 w x 31 d in (76 x 193 x 79 cm)

This custom sofa was designed around the time when Robsjohn-Gibbings was collaborating with Los Angeles based Architect James Dolena on the Casa Encantada in Bel Air. Similar details from this commission are reflected in the hand carving of this example.

Provenance: Private Collection

Literature: Meubles et decors des annees 40, Bony, ppg. 100-101, 104 illustrate related carving details

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition
Good to very good partially restored condition. Upholstery has been updated and presents well showing minimal handling. Maple shows assorted abrasions and small impressions throughout. Sides exhibits fading to the finish. Relief finishing front detail on the sofa's proper left side exhibits a few stable diagonal fissures.