Frank Lloyd Wright
Window from the Avery Coonley House, Riverside, Illinois
Property from a Private American Collection
Frank Lloyd Wright
Window from the Avery Coonley House, Riverside, Illinois
circa 1908
executed by the Linden Glass Company, Chicago, Illinois
iridized, opalescent and clear glass, zinc came
29 1/4 x 22 3/4 x 3/4 in. (74.3 x 57.8 x 1.9 cm)
Overall in very good condition. All of the iridized, opalescent and clear glass appears original and undisturbed in very good condition with some scattered minor and fine surface scratches throughout consistent with age and gentle handling. The iridized and opalescent glass presents with minute air bubbles inherent to the medium and its production. The lowest opalescent tile with a fine ”V” hairline crack, stable. The glass presents with some surface soiling concentrated to the contours adjacent to the cames. The zinc caming is in very good condition with some occasional minor surface scratches, abrasions, light wear and oxidation consistent with age and gentle handling. The outer frame of the window is currently wrapped with electrical tape which may be removed at the buyer’s discretion. An engaging geometric design in Wright’s Prairie style.
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.
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