- 91
Bernhard Hoetger and Franz Bolze
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Sconce, circa 1930
- hammered bronze, crystal
- 66.5 diam. cm. (26 1/4 in.)
executed by Franz Bolze at the Werkstatt "Zu den sieben Faulen", Bremen
hammered and patinated copper, rock crystal
hammered and patinated copper, rock crystal
Provenance
Private collection, Bremen
Dr. Westermeier Decorative Arts, Munich
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2007
Dr. Westermeier Decorative Arts, Munich
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2007
Literature
Maria Anczykowski, Skulptur Malerei Design Architektur, Bremen, 1998, p. 268, pl. no. 195 for a relatable example with coloured glass elements
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, p. 577, illustrated
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, p. 577, illustrated
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age, with very minor wear to the patination. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."