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Karl Springer
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Karl Springer
- Pair of Side Tables
- snakeskin, wood
- 16 x 20 x 20 inches
Provenance
Liz O'Brien, New York
Literature
Delphine and Reed Krakoff, Houses That We Dreamt Of: The Interiors of Delphine and Reed Krakoff, New York, 2017, p. 59 (for the present lot illustrated)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The snakeskin surfaces overall with faint scratches and some instances of wear and lifting to the edges of the scales, consistent with the natural aging of the material and use. The edges of the feet to both tables with some wear to the snakeskin exposing the underlying wood, the largest instance measuring approximately 1 x 1/8 inch. The corner of one tabletop with a black ink mark measuring approximately 1 inch long. A nice pair of side tables by Karl springer exhibiting influences of dynastic Chinese design that presents very well overall.
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.