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Gustav Stickley
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Gustav Stickley
- A Rare Three-Light Chandelier, Model No. 594
- hand-wrought copper, wrought iron, glass, and oak
- executed by the Craftsman Workshops of Gustav Stickley, Eastwood, NY
Provenance
Christie's New York, June 20, 1987, lot 8
Literature
Stephen Gray, The Early Work of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1987, p. 162
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The oak surfaces of the beam appear to retain their original finish, with some occasional light surface scratches, minor edge wear, and a small black paint mark (approximately 1 1/2 inches long at the center of the beam) consistent with age and gentle use. As expected, there are some surface abrasions and discoloration around the beam apertures which receive the ceiling bolts. The copper lanterns, beam plates, and wrought iron chains all appear to be original and undisturbed. The copper lanterns and beam plates with some occasional light surface scratches, gentle rubbing, and surface soling throughout. The copper support arms which hold each glass shade with some occasional irregular bending. The central lantern with a small area of surface oxidation and discoloration located at the rivets above one shade support. The wrought iron chains with light surface corrosion consistent with age. The three glass shades all appear to be period and show good consistency in color. All are in very good condition with no visible condition issues. With four ceiling bolts (which appear to be original). A beautiful example of this exceedingly rare beam fixture in remarkably intact original condition.
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.
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.