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Josef Hoffmann
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Josef Hoffman
- Table lamp, model no. M 3039-M la 2
- impressed WIENER/WERK/STÄTTE and with artist's monogram
- brass and fabric shade
Literature
Angela Völker, Textiles of the Wiener Werkstätte, London, 1994, p. 154
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The lamp retains its original harp and finial. Socket and adjacent switch are later replacements. The original switch on the lamp base has been fixed does not function; it also shows rubbing to patina consistent with use. The brass patina now presents with light rubbing and some irregularity of color in places likely inherent. Upper section of lamp body presents with two divided tones of patina. Please contact the department for additional photos. Slightly visible soldering lines where decorative scalloped element at center attaches to base and upper register. Modern custom silk shade consistent with shade designs of related Wiener Werkstätte lamp models of this period.
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.
Catalogue Note
This model is recorded in the photo archive of the MAK, Vienna, under inventory number WWF 98-88-6.