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Gustav Stickley
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Gustav Stickley
- Coal Bucket, Model No. 350
- with firm's impressed mark
- hand-wrought copper and wrought iron
- executed by the Craftsman Workshops of Gustav Stickley, Eastwood, NY
Literature
Gustav Stickley, What is Wrought in The Craftsman Workshops, Syracuse, NY, 1904, p. 87
Gustav Stickley, Hand-Wrought Metal Work, Syracuse, NY, 1905, p. 10
Stephen Gray and Robert Edwards, eds., Collected Works of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1981, p. 144
David Cathers, Gustav Stickley, New York, 2003, p. 78 (for the model exhibited in Stickley's 1903 arts and crafts exhibition in Rochester)
Ray Stubblebine, Stickley's Craftsman Homes, Layton, UT, 2006, p. 21 (for the model in the collection of Crabtree Farms)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The hand-wrought copper surfaces retain their original patina, with light surface scratches, gentle rubbing to the patina, and scattered surface soiling consistent with age and use. There are some scattered tiny paint drips to the surfaces throughout, and some isolated small spots of light surface oxidation. The wrought iron handles with light surface wear and discoloration consistent with age and use. The bottom base plate with two small irregular holes from wear (1/4 x 3/16 inch; 1/8 x 3/16 inch), and a few small stress fractures around the perimeter edge (all of which appear stable). All of the rivets are intact and undisturbed. The interior with surface soiling, discoloration, oxidation, and corrosion. A beautiful example of the model, displaying superb hand-hammering and a rich brown patina. A very sculptural object with great presence.
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.