Lot 158
  • 158

Arne Jacobsen

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Arne Jacobsen
  • "AJ" Flatware Service
  • en suite with preceding lot
comprising 8 dinner knives, 8 dinner forks, 8 dinner spoons, 8 luncheon knives, 8 luncheon forks, 8 luncheon spoons, 8 soup spoons, 8 demitasse spoons, 4 fish forks and 8 serving pieces. 76 pieces.

Condition

Overall very good condition. The service shows very little evidence of wear with some very minor surface scratches. The service is being sold with the original fitted wooden box which beautifully stores and displays the service. One of the lower panels of the top tray is separating from the frame and would benefit from stabilization. The exterior of the wooden box with a few minor shallow surface scratches and abrasions consistent with age and handling.
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.