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Josef Hoffmann
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Josef Hoffman
- "Zigarettenkassette," Model No. M 0122
- impressed with artist, maker and Wiener Werkstätte monograms and rose mark
- alpaca
executed by Theodor Quereser
Provenance
Fritz Wärndorfer
Madame des Renaudes
Edgar J. Kaufmann Jr.
Sotheby's New York, December 1, 1989, lot 164
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Madame des Renaudes
Edgar J. Kaufmann Jr.
Sotheby's New York, December 1, 1989, lot 164
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Gunter Breckner, Josef Hoffmann: Sanatorium Purkersdorf, Vienna, pp. 139 and 141
Christian Brandstätter, Design Der Wiener Werkstätte, 1903-1932, Vienna, 2003, p. 280
Christian Brandstätter, Design Der Wiener Werkstätte, 1903-1932, Vienna, 2003, p. 280
Condition
Overall good original condition. The surfaces with a few light surface scratches, a few minor dents along the edges and some areas of wear to the surfaces consistent with age and gentle use. The interior with a few areas of discoloration consistent with gentle use. The underside of the base with remnants of old stickers. When viewed in person, the top of the box presents with a slightly more yellow hue than seen in the catalogue illustration. The cover does not fit tight on the box and is lifting slightly. A great work by Hoffmann with provenance going back to the artist.
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.
Catalogue Note
An example of the model is in the collection of the Museum für Angewandte Kunst, Vienna, inventory. no GO 2106. The model is referenced in the Museum's Archives of the Wiener Werkstätte, inventory no. WWF 97-4-7 (for the photograph) and nos. KI 12047-25 and KI 12047-2 (for design drawings).
Fritz Wärndorfer was an early financial backer of Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte. According to family tradition, this box was the first piece of silver made by Hoffmann at the Wiener Werkstätte.