Lot 12
  • 12

Gustav Stickley

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • Gustav Stickley
  • A Rare Lantern, Model No. 202 1/2
  • hand-wrought iron with the original opalescent glass shade

Provenance

Jerry Cohen, Oakland, CA, 1987
Collection of Stephen Gray, Philmont, NY

Exhibited

At Home with Gustav Stickley:  American Arts & Crafts from the Stephen Gray Collection, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Hartford, CT, October 11, 2008-January 4, 2009

Literature

Gustav Stickley, Hand-Wrought Metal Work, Syracuse, NY, 1905, p. 23
Stephen Gray and Robert Edwards, eds., Collected Works of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1981, p. 149

Condition

Overall in very good condition. The hand-wrought copper surfaces appear to retain their original russet brown patina, and show minimal surface wear, rubbing and surface soiling consistent with age and gentle use. The lantern hood has some minor irregular bends (possibly inherent in the making). The shade arms with some subtle irregular bends. The hand-wrought copper ceiling plate, hand-forged link chain, and hand-blown opalescent glass shade are all period. The glass shade with no visible condition issues. With period electrical socket on the interior. Lacking original pull chain and ceiling plate screws. A beautiful intact example of this exceedingly rare lantern design, displaying exceptional hand-hammering and a rich russet brown patina.
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.
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