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Josef Hoffmann (1870 - 1956) for the Wiener Werkstätte
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- A centrepiece
- with designer's and maker's initials, WW and rose mark and Diana head
- 10cm. high by 21cm. diam.
- 4in., 8¼in.
silver coloured metal with pierced squares, the circular top on four legs joint by lobed bands
Condition
Piece does not sit perfectly flush. Metal tarnished and with small blemishes. Some soldering marks to underside of tray and the inner circular surface with second tray later inset. Tray is not a perfect circle and appears to have been re-shaped. Two vertical supports have been re-attached to the upper gallery. Hallmarks are crisp and easy to read. The Diana head under magnification is a 2A for 900 standard and Viennese manufacture. Rose mark very slightly cut off to one edge.
"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."