- 1411
Samuel Yellin
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Samuel Yellin
- Gate and Transom Ensemble from the J. Walter Thompson Company Offices, Graybar Building, New York
- wrought iron
- gate: height 83 5/8 in.; width 36 3/4 in.;212.4 cm; 93.3 cmtransom: height 18 in.; width 37 in.;45.7 cm; 94 cm
Provenance
Commissioned directly from the artist by the J. Walter Thompson Company, Graybar Building, New York, circa 1927-1938
Gift to Duke University, 2010
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Gift to Duke University, 2010
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
J. Walter Thompson Company, Samuel Yellin, Cellini of wrought iron and his work as seen at J. Walter Thompson, New York, n.p. (for a discussion and illustrations of the commission)
Condition
Overall in very good condition consistent with age and use. Minor rubbing and oxidation to the patinated surfaces throughout concentrated to the outside frames. A wonderful model with a poetic motif in very good 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.