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WÜRTTEMBERGISCHE METALLWARENFABRIK (WMF) A LOUIS XV STYLE SILVERED BRONZE AND MOULDED GLASS CENTERPIECE Germany, circa 1900s
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- WÜRTTEMBERGISCHE METALLWARENFABRIK (WMF)
- silvered bronze, glass
- height 18 3/4 in.
- 47.5 cm
the underside impressed WMF/40/go.
Literature
Art Nouveau, Domestic metalwork from Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, The English Catalogue 1906, Antique Collector's Club, 1988, p. 80, for the model
Condition
Overall in good condition. Tarnishing to silvered bronze surfaces. The glass with surface scratches and some minute edge chips, with one edge chip measuring approximately 1/4 of an inch in diameter.
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.