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Paul Frankl
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Frankl
- "Puzzle" Desk
- painted and silver-leafed pine and chromium-plated metal
Provenance
Treadway-Toomey Auctions, Oak Park, IL, May 17, 1998, lot 587
Literature
Paul T. Frankl, New Dimensions, New York, 1928, pl. 33
Christopher Long, Paul T. Frankl and Modern American Design, New Haven, 2007, fig. 46
Christopher Long, Paul T. Frankl and Modern American Design, New Haven, 2007, fig. 46
Condition
Generally very good overall condition. The surfaces have been repainted the the silver-leaf has been re-applied. Minor rubbing, paint chipping and scattered dents to surface as expected. There may be some replacements to the pulls.
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
The present model is a pivotal work in Frankl's career. The desk was designed as an expression of American modernity and with it Frankl moved further away from the European influences of his earlier works.