Lot 198
- 198
A "Gitterwerk" Style Table
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- A "Gitterwerk" Style Table
- in the manner of Josef Hoffmann
painted metal
Condition
Overall in good condition. The table has been repainted. The surface with scattered minor losses to the paint and scratches. Two arms of the top of the base arms with larger losses to paint. One of the areas with 1 ½ inch diameter loss. The adjacent areas with lifting. The adjacent arm of the base with a crack to the paint extending approximately four inches in a semi circular shape. There is lifting to the adjacent paint and the gray metal is visible. There appears to be an area of overpainting to the opposite edge in this same area. Losses to the paint of the top of the table and with scratches and areas of oxidation. The losses to the paint are concentrated to the lower portion inner edges of the rim and the exposed metal shows signs of corrosion and appears orange in color. One of the legs of the table and the top with slight warping as seen the in the catalogue illustration. The table is thus slightly uneven and would benefit from adjustment.
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.