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Norman Bel Geddes
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Norman Bel Geddes
- Eight-Piece "Manhattan" Cocktail Set, Model No. 7046
- shaker and tray impressed Revere/ROME/N.Y.
- chromium-plated brass
comprising tray, shaker and six goblets
Literature
Alastair Duncan, American Art Deco, New York, 1986, p. 87
Richard Guy Wilson, Dianne H. Pilgrim and Dickran Tashjian, The Machine Age in America 1918-1941, New York, 1986, p. 329
Anne Bony, Les Années 30, Paris, 1987, p. 1042
J. Stewart Johnson, American Modern 1925-1940: Design for a New Age, New York, 2000, p. 85
Stephen Visakay, Vintage Bar Ware: Identification & Value Guide, Paducah, KY, 2000, pp. 87-88 and p. 91
Charlotte Benton, Tim Benton and Ghislaine Wood, eds., Art Deco 1910-1939, London, 2003, p. 346
Richard Guy Wilson, Dianne H. Pilgrim and Dickran Tashjian, The Machine Age in America 1918-1941, New York, 1986, p. 329
Anne Bony, Les Années 30, Paris, 1987, p. 1042
J. Stewart Johnson, American Modern 1925-1940: Design for a New Age, New York, 2000, p. 85
Stephen Visakay, Vintage Bar Ware: Identification & Value Guide, Paducah, KY, 2000, pp. 87-88 and p. 91
Charlotte Benton, Tim Benton and Ghislaine Wood, eds., Art Deco 1910-1939, London, 2003, p. 346
Condition
Overall very good original condition. The chromium-plated surfaces with some very minor surface scratches, light rubbing, scattered pitting, very minor tarnishing and some light discolorations throughout consistent with age and gentle handling. The underside side of the tray with a few minor surface abrasions, the longest measuring 2 3/8 in. long.
This offering comprises all elements of the original design: shaker, cups and tray. An iconic American Modernist design showing Bel Geddes' interest in the modern metropolis as a source of inspiration for his pared down forms and the architectonic aesthetic popular during the 1930s.
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.