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Gustav Stickley
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Gustav Stickley
- A Set of Fire Tools, Model No. 138, from the Wattles Mansion, Hollywood, California
- patinated wrought iron
- comprising shovel (model no. 206), poker (model no. 207), tongs (model no. 208), and stand (model no. 137)
Provenance
Gurdon Wallace Wattles, Hollywood, CA, circa 1905
Thence by descent
Private Collection
Thence by descent
Private Collection
Literature
Gustav Stickley, Hand-Wrought Metal Work, Syracuse, NY, 1905, p. 9
Stephen Gray and Robert Edwards, eds., Collected Works of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1981, p. 144
Barbara Mayer, In the Arts & Crafts Style, New York, 1992, p. 36
David Cathers, Gustav Stickley, London, 2003, p. 154
Karen Livingstone and Linda Parry, eds., International Arts and Crafts, London, 2005, p. 147 and back cover
Stephen Gray and Robert Edwards, eds., Collected Works of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1981, p. 144
Barbara Mayer, In the Arts & Crafts Style, New York, 1992, p. 36
David Cathers, Gustav Stickley, London, 2003, p. 154
Karen Livingstone and Linda Parry, eds., International Arts and Crafts, London, 2005, p. 147 and back cover
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The wrought iron surfaces appear to retain their original patina, and have been sensitively waxed. The hand-forged iron surfaces show very gentle surface wear, rubbing, and minor areas of surface discoloration consistent with age and use, and with minor surface imperfections throughout inherent in the making. The base of the tool mount with traces of very light surface corrosion. An exceedingly rare intact set of Stickley fire tools in remarkable condition. The fire tools presents beautifully in person displaying very elegant lines and exquisite workmanship.
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.