- 21
Attributed to Paul Haustein
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Paul Haustein
- Inkwell
- with German hallmarks and maker's mark HB
- silver-mounted enameled metal, with colorless glass insert
Literature
Ein Dokument Deutscher Kunst, Darmstadt 1901-1976, Vol. 4, Die Künstler der Mathildenhöhe, exhibition catalogue, Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt, Darmstadt, 1977, p. 87, no. 298 (for a similar Haustein inkwell with a variant mount)
Kathryn Bloom Hiesinger, Art Nouveau in Munich: Masters of Jugendstil, Philadelphia, 1988, pp. 68 (for related flasks)
Condition
Very good overall condition. One minor dent to the silver collar. The colors have a rich lustrous gradation and are consistent with the catalogue illustration.
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.