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Samuel Yellin
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Samuel Yellin
- Pair of Andiron-Candlestands
- wrought-iron
- one: 44 3/8 x 9 7/8 x 25 3/4 in. (112.7 x 25.1 x 65.4 cm)the other: 44 x 10 x 25 7/8 in. (111.8 x 24.4 x 65.7 cm)
Provenance
Personal Collection of Samuel Yellin, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Thence by descent
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Thence by descent
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall excellent condition. The andirons are entirely hand-wrought and as a result the iron surfaces present with minor surface irregularities inherent in the production process. With some very light surface soiling to the recessed contours of the design, some very minor isolated areas of rubbing, and occasional very minor surface scratches consistent with age and gentle handling. A deeply sculptural pair of andirons with impressive scale and visual presence when viewed in person.
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.
Catalogue Note
According to Yellin's records (including drawings, photographs, and order books), the present pair of andiron-candlestands is one of only two examples ever produced of this rare model. The other pair, recorded under order number 2779, was commissioned by Edward Bok for his monumental Singing Tower in Mountain Lake, Florida, where it remains today. Yellin executed the present example either as a prototype for the Bok commission, or as a second set for his own personal collection.
This object will be included in the forthcoming book Samuel Yellin: Metalworker by Joseph Cunningham.