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CHARLES ROHLFS | Wall Shelf
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Charles Rohlfs
- Wall Shelf
- carved with the maker's "sign of the saw" cypher and dated 1902
- oak
- 55 x 35 3/4 x 8 in. (139.7 x 90.8 x 20.3 cm)
- 1902
Provenance
Private Family Collection, Buffalo, New York, circa 1902
Thence by descent
Beth Cathers, Tenafly, New Jersey
Private Collection, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Thence by descent
Beth Cathers, Tenafly, New Jersey
Private Collection, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall very good condition. The oak surfaces throughout appear to retain their original rich dark finish, which presents with scattered, very minor surface scratches, abrasions, and light edge wear with a few extremely minor associated edge losses, consistent with age and gentle use. The top shelf with a very small and light scuff on the right side. The back panel with two very small and horizontal cracks on the extreme left and right sides on the carved motif, each measuring approximately 1 inch wide, stable and not visually detractive. An elegant and complex design with sinuous forms and exquisitely carved decoration.
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.