- 853
Charles Francis Annesley Voysey for Longden & Co, 1857-1941
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Fireplace
- the reverse of the upper part with indistinct cast mark, possibly Rd No 398925
- cast iron
- height: 167cm., 65 3/4 in.; width: 88.5cm., 34 7/8 in.
- Executed circa 1908.
Literature
Charlotte & Peter Fiell, 1900s-1910s Decorative Art, Cologne, 2000, p.293
Condition
Surface generally rusted and streaked and with paint deposits particularly to lower portion as visible in catalogue illustration.
Bird and tree decoration cannot be seen in catalogue illustration but delicate and rather charming and would benefit from reconditioning.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A fireplace of the same design was installed by Voysey in Garden Corner, Chelsea Embankment, London, the home of E.J. Horniman. Voysey and Horniman were close friends and had worked together on projects in 1894 and 1904-5. Horniman decided to redesign the interiors of Garden Corner in 1906.