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Joseph Sinel
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Joseph Sinel
- "Step On It" Scale
- painted steel, cast iron, polished stainless steel, nickel-plated brass, glass, rubber, with original paper tickets
Provenance
York Theatre, Athol, Massachusetts (Albert J. Smith, architect,1930)
Literature
Dan Klein, All Color Book of Art Deco, London, 1974, p. 32 (for the identical model installed in Radio City Music Hall, New York)
American Union of Decorative Artists and Craftsman, Modern American Design, New York, 1992, p. 85
Wendy Kaplan, ed., Designing Modernity: The Arts of Reform and Persuasion 1885-1945, London, 1995, p. 330
John Stewart Gordon, A Modern World, New Haven, CT, 2011, p. 162 (for the model in the collection of John C. Waddell)
American Union of Decorative Artists and Craftsman, Modern American Design, New York, 1992, p. 85
Wendy Kaplan, ed., Designing Modernity: The Arts of Reform and Persuasion 1885-1945, London, 1995, p. 330
John Stewart Gordon, A Modern World, New Haven, CT, 2011, p. 162 (for the model in the collection of John C. Waddell)
Condition
Overall in good condition. . The scale is a wonderful example of American modern epitomizing the aesthetic in the design of the case and the graphic design in the paint of the foot. The scale is functional and retains the original paper tickets. The surfaces with some surface scratches, some scattered abrasions and some light surface soiling consistent with age and gentle use. The yellow lacquer with some scattered losses and oxidation to the metal, visible in the catalogue illustration. The proper right side of the scale with a larger abrasion below the handle, with some loss to the lacquer, visible in the catalogue illustration. The nickel-plate on the handle with minor rubbing, not visually distracting. The "step on it" base is in good condition, showing a few surface scratches, minor paint losses, small dents and a few abrasions along the upper edge, the largest one along the proper left edge, measuring approximately 3/4 inches in length and not visually distracting. With two original keys, which are oxidized. A wonderful example of the skyscraper design that dominated the American modern aesthetic of the period.
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.