Lot 923
  • 923

Arne Vodder and Willumsen & Engholm

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 HKD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Arne Vodder and Willumsen & Engholm
  • A set of twelve cheese platters, a set of wooden condiment shakers and a bowl with a spoon, a serving tray and a folding side table, model no.4508
  • wood; teak wood (table) (Tectona grandis)
The set of twelve cheese platters and the serving tray were designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Vamo Sonderborg, each stamped with the Vamo Sonderborg mark on the underside. The folding side table was designed circa 1957 by Willumsen & Engholm and produced by Fritz Hansen, stamped with the Fritz Hansen mark on the underside of the crossing of table.

Provenance

Private Collection, Asia

Condition

These works are in good condition overall. Minor evidence of wear in handling and faint hairline scratches are observed upon close examination on across the surface of the platters, serving tray and folding table which are consistent with the work's age. Minor chips of wood are observed on the underside of the crossing of the table. Minor signs of wear and abrasion are observed on the side and the underside of the legs which are consistent with the age of the work. Minor flaking of the inner cork of one of the shakers is observed. All aforementioned condition issues are consistent with age and use of the work.
"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."