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Fritz August Breuhaus de Groot
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Fritz August Breuhaus de Groot
- Set of Three Floor Lamps, Model No. 35 BR
nickel-plated brass and glass
Literature
H.R., "Neue Metall-Arbeiten," Deutsche Kunst und Dekoration, February 1929, p. 358
Carlo Burschel and Heinz Scheiffele, WMF Ikora-Metall Metalwork from the 1920s to the 1960s, Stuttgart, 2006, p. 38
Carlo Burschel and Heinz Scheiffele, WMF Ikora-Metall Metalwork from the 1920s to the 1960s, Stuttgart, 2006, p. 38
Condition
Overall in very good condition. Wire, floor switch and European plugs are modern replacements. Some movement to the connection between the standard and shades when assembled. Once placed, the shades must be manually adjusted so that they align with the lamp bases. Shades with surface scratches, edge nicks, one with a loss approximately 1/8 inch in diameter to the interior rim, a second lamp with a loss to exterior edge extending ¾ inch from rim. The chromium-plated and green glass bases are in very good condition. The lamps are electrically stable.
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.