Lot 76
  • 76

Josef Hoffmann

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Josef Hoffman
  • Three-Piece Salon Suite, Model No. 720
  • each with firm's label
  • stained bentwood, brass and fabric upholstery
comprising settee and two armchairs

Provenance

Ingrid Zerunian, Vienna
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1986

Literature

Vienna: Turn of the Century Art and Design, exh. cat., Uxbridge, United Kingdom, 1979, p. 33
Jacob & Josef Kohn: Bent-Wood Furniture, cat., 1916, reprinted Munich, 1980, p. 50
Daniele Baroni e Antonio d’Auria, Josef Hoffmann e la Weiner Werkstätte, Milan, 1981, pp. 101 and 111
Kirk Varnedoe, Vienna 1900: Art, Architecture, and Design, New York, 1986, p. 85

Condition

Overall very good condition. There appears to have been a later finish applied to the wooden frames of the three works offered in this lot, and the surface presents currently with a slight shininess. With some gentle signs of use, including surface scratches, nicks, dings and rubbing to finish all consistent with gentle use. The upholstered elements of the suite are later and have been sensitively executed. With scattered minor surface scratches and light rubbing from gentle use. With minor surface dirt throughout.
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.