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An Edwardian carved Indian rosewood and double cane basket attributed to Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944) the basket circa 1900
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- rosewood, mahogany, cane and brass
- 79cm. high, 81cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 2ft. 8in., 2ft.
adapted as a magazine trough, the basket detachable and probably originally conceived as a cradle, mahogany stand later
Provenance
By repute Mary Lutyens, daughter of celebrated English architect Sir Edwin Lutyens
(possibly designed by her father for her own use before 1919);
Acquired from Malletts, 18 August 2000
(possibly designed by her father for her own use before 1919);
Acquired from Malletts, 18 August 2000
Condition
In excellent condition. This very rare and highly functional object is ready to place. One acorn finial has been detached.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."