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Wharton Esherick
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Wharton Esherick
- Articulated Shelf
- signed and dated - - W - E - 1962 - -
- cherry wood
Provenance
Commissioned directly from the artist by Nat and Rose Rubinson
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Literature
Mansfield Bascom, Wharton Esherick: The Journey of a Creative Mind, New York, 2010, p. 200 (for the present lot illustrated)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. When viewed in person, the wood presents with great detailing to the veining and rich hues. The surfaces presents with a few minor surface scratches, minor edge abrasions, light surface soiling consistent with age and gentle use. The top with sunfading, mainly noticeable at the proper left back corner of the console table. A minor abrasion near one of the screw holes, not visually distracting. The console table is articulated. Please contact the department for photos of the console table folded. The metal mount with a few surface scratches, rubbing, oxidation and minor abrasions consistent with age and gentle handling. A sculptural console table with great free form top when viewed first hand.
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.