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Wharton Esherick
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Wharton Esherick
- Linen Cabinet
- signed and dated - W - E - 1961 -
- cherry wood, painted wood interior
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
Exhibited
Wharton Esherick 1887-1970: American Woodworker, Moderne Gallery, Philadelphia, 1996
Literature
Mansfield Bascom, Wharton Esherick: The Journey of a Creative Mind, New York, 2010, p. 202
Condition
Overall very good original color and condition. Light natural wear to surfaces and extremities commensurate with age and use. The interior of the cabinet retains its original paint, and sculptured shelves, and each door remains in full working condition. The cabinet retains a firm structure, and in our opinion exhibits an attractive grain and color. No damage detected.
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.