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Gustav Stickley
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Gustav Stickley
- Four-light Chandelier
- hand-hammered copper, wrought iron and with the original glass shades
with original hand-hammered copper ceiling plate (not illustrated)
executed by the Craftsman Workshops of Gustav Stickley, Eastwood, NY
Provenance
Private Collection, Sewickley, PA, circa 1905
Thence by descent
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Thence by descent
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall in very good condition. By all accounts the four glass shades appear to be original and display the identical coloration. The shades are all in very good condition, with no significant visible condition issues. The hand-wrought copper surfaces throughout on the lanterns and original ceiling plate show light surface wear, surface soiling, minor discoloration and some occasional minute paint drips consistent with age and use. One of the lantern canopies with traces of transparent light green surface oxidation. A few of the rims on the canopies, as well as the lantern battens, with some minor irregular bending. The chandelier retains its original wrought-iron chains and hand-hammered copper square ceiling plate. The chains with minor surface wear and rubbing to the patina consistent with age and use. All four internal sockets appear original and undisturbed. A square modern oak mounting plate has been attached above the copper ceiling plate to successfully mount the chandelier to a ceiling. With replaced ceiling plate screws that have been patinated to match the copper ceiling plate. (Please feel welcome to contact the department for additional photos of the ceiling plate and mounting system.) Please note that when illuminated, the glass shades present in a warmer yellow tone than illustrated in the catalogue which is slightly over saturated. The chandelier displays very elegant proportions when installed and has great visual presence. The patinated copper surfaces display an exceptionally deep and rich russet brown patina with vigorous hand hammering.
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.