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Gustav Jensen
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Gustav Jensen
- A Rare Three-Piece Vanity Set
- brush and mirror molded Lucite
- lucite, mirrored glass and bristle
- manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Leominster, MA
comprising hand mirror, brush and covered box
Literature
American Union of Decorative Artists and Craftsman, New York, 1930, p. 95 (for the mirror)
PM Magazine, September 1936, n.p. (for the mirror)
John Stuart Gordon, A Modern World: American Design from the Yale University Art Gallery, 1920-1950, New Haven, 2011, p. 92 (for a related set in Pyralin)
PM Magazine, September 1936, n.p. (for the mirror)
John Stuart Gordon, A Modern World: American Design from the Yale University Art Gallery, 1920-1950, New Haven, 2011, p. 92 (for a related set in Pyralin)
Condition
Overall in very good original condition. The lucite throughout with very shallow and minor surface scratches. With some light rubbing and associated losses to silvered decorative scheme, as seen in the catalogue illustration, which appears consistent with use. The edge of each of the pieces with a few minute edge flecks. The glass lower portion of the covered box is in excellent condition with light rubbing to the painted linear decoration consistent with gentle use. A few of the bristles on the brush are presently bent adjacent to the handle (as seen in the catalogue illustration). The inset mirror appear original and undisturbed and with a few minute surface scratches. A wonderful rare offering in original condition.
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.