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Josef Hoffmann
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Josef Hoffman
- Pair of “Fledermaus” Chairs, Model No. 729
- beechwood and fabric upholstery
Provenance
Barry Friedman, Ltd., New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Jacob & Josef Kohn: Bent-Wood Furniture, cat., 1916, reprinted Munich, 1980, p. 38
Derek E. Ostergard, Bent Wood and Metal Furniture: 1850-1946, New York, 1987, p. 107
John Sillevis, Elisabeth Schmuttermeier, Hanna Egger, Rainald Franz, and Peter Vergo, Wiener Werkstätte: Keuze iut Weense Collecties, Blaricum, The Netherlands, 1998, p. 21
Derek E. Ostergard, Bent Wood and Metal Furniture: 1850-1946, New York, 1987, p. 107
John Sillevis, Elisabeth Schmuttermeier, Hanna Egger, Rainald Franz, and Peter Vergo, Wiener Werkstätte: Keuze iut Weense Collecties, Blaricum, The Netherlands, 1998, p. 21
Condition
Overall very good condition. The wooden frames of each of the chairs with some minor nicks, dings, scratches and rubbing to finish which are consistent with gentle use. Possibly with a later finish applied to the wooden frames of each. The lower portion of the legs and top of the lower u-shaped stretcher with more concentrated nicks, scratches and abrasions as expected. The upholstery appears later and is executed in manner and fabric consistent with the original design.
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.