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Otto Wagner
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Otto Wagner
- Stool from the Banking Hall of the Österreichis Postparkasse, Vienna
- beechwood, laminated wood and aluminum
Provenance
Barry Friedman, New York
Sotheby’s New York, The Collection of Barry Friedman, November 19, 1992, lot 45
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Sotheby’s New York, The Collection of Barry Friedman, November 19, 1992, lot 45
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Siegfried Wichmann, Jugendstil Art Nouveau Floral and Functional Forms, New York, 1984, p. 157
Paul Assenbaum et al., Otto Wagner-Möbel und Innenräume, Salzburg und Wien, 1984, pp. 36, 38 and 208, pls. 40 and 267
Paul Assenbaum et al., Otto Wagner-Möbel und Innenräume, Salzburg und Wien, 1984, pp. 36, 38 and 208, pls. 40 and 267
Condition
Overall in very good original condition. The stained wood surfaces present with minor surface scratches, minor edge abrasions and surface dirt to the recessed portions of the design consistent with age and gentle use. The seat with two isolated areas of rubbing and minor loss to the finish, visible in the catalogue illustration. A few scattered edge abrasions, also visible in the catalogue illustration. Some of the metal elements with minor surface scratches and light discoloration of the metal, consistent with aging of the material. The piece has acquired a beautiful patina throughout and is an iconic and rare work by Wagner.
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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.