Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand & Pierre Jeanneret, zebra-skin lounge chair, 1930s, swiss. Estimate: £8,000-12,000. © Christie's Images Ltd. 2007

LONDON.- One of the most extensive collections of international 20th century design is to be offered at Christie’s South Kensington on 18 November 2007. Well-respected Californian collectors Michael and Gabrielle Boyd are selling over 300 items from their collection, ranging from furniture, decorative arts and lighting, through to photography, jewellery and garden furnishings, with estimates from £100 – £10,000. Charting Modernist design from 1900 to the present day, and featuring all the leading international designers, this sale provides a fantastic opportunity to purchase unique and eye-catching furniture for the home. There are also rare colour combinations and editions, providing the opportunity to pick up something that is unlikely to be found again. The free public view provides and ideal opportunity to develop your tastes and chat to Christie’s specialists.

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