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Jacob Jongert
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Jacob Jongert
- Coffee and Tea Box for Van Nelle
- printed BEKKERS, DORDT on bottom right corner of front and back
printed tin
Literature
Juliet Kinchin and Aidan O'Connor, Counter Space: Design and the Modern Kitchen, New York, 2011, p. 7 (for the model in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York)
Condition
Overall very good condition. Printed tin with scratches, nicks, dents and losses. The largest scratch approximately 5 ½ inches long. Wear to printed surface on edges and corners. The chromium-plated metal handle is slightly loose, with areas of oxidation. Interior of box with scratches, nicks, dents and areas of oxidation. Restoration to surface losses and scratches in form of overpainting. This is the first time this model has appeared on the American auction market.
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.