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Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstätte
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- A pair of oval lamps
- 42cm. long by 35cm. wide by 8.5cm. deep;
- 1ft 4½in., 1ft 1¾in., 3¼in.
brass, acid etched glass
Condition
An important pair of documented lamps. Metal with a slightly more yellow brass tone than the catalogue illustration suggests. In good condition, with typical minor scratches in places. With later glass shades. Each with three light sockets to the interior, not tested or guaranteed for electricity. An impressive pair, ready for display.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The Wiener Werkstätte archive notes five lights of this design were executed between 1914 and 1915. Three lamps were for the cloakroom of Government Councillor Gallia's house. The other two were executed for the guest room of the Villa Skywa-Primavesi, a Villa which Hoffmann designed between 1913-1915. Originally intended as ceiling lights, they can also be mounted as wall lights.
The original designs for these ceiling lights are in the Wiener Werkstätte Archive held at the MAK-Österreichisches Museum für angewandte Kunst/Gegenwartskunst, Vienna.
We would like to thank Dr. Elisabeth Schmuttermeier for her assistance in cataloguing this lot.