Laurel Lamp Company

For the lamp shown in the Living Room
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, Lambertville, NJ, October 25, 2003, lot 839

This lot is comprised on two lamp designs. Three of the lamps are standard floor lamps, shown on pages 15, 44, 67. Each of these lamps with a white frosted removale shades and brushed metal standards. Each is electrically stable with minor surface scratches and some surface dirt. The other two lamps are slightly more rare and show on pages 27 and 66. One lamp, shown on page 27, with some oxidation to the brass base element, consistent with the aging of the material. With some scattered lifting, splitting and dryness to the veneer standard. One area with a loss to the veneer along the vertical seam measuring ½ x 1/8 inch. Post is currently loose. The other lamp, shown on page 71 in overall very good original condition. With concentrated scratches and losses to black paint along the edges of the base. The glass with minor surface scratches. In the catalogue illustrations all these lamps are shown illuminated by colored light bulbs and all the shades are actually white. All five lamps are electrically stable.
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.

Please see pages 22, 27, and 44 for additional illustrations of this lot.