Lot 189
  • 189

Edward Wormley

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Edward Wormley
  • Coffee Table, Model No. 5632
  • with firm's metal tag
  • walnut inset with glass tiles executed by Tiffany Studios

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, June 14, 2008, lot 73
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

Overall in very good condition. The wooden top of the table with some minor surface scratches and a few edge nicks consistent with use. The wooden surfaces throughout are slightly dry. The inset Tiffany tiles with deeply saturated colors and are beautifully iridized displaying tones of aqua, blue and magenta. One tile with a minor edge irregularity that seems inherent in the making. With some very minor losses to the adjacent grout, and the tiles remain stable and appear undisturbed. The legs of the table with expected minor edge nicks and scratches.
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.