Personal Collection of Samuel Yellin, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Thence by descent
Michael Lehr, New York
Cathers & Dembrosky, Tenafly, New Jersey
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1996

Overall excellent condition. The iron with some extremely minor and light wear consistent with age and gentle use. The mica on the interior of the shade is in very good condition with some expected minor light lifting to the material. The mica with a small loss approximately 1 ½ inches above the rim of the shade measuring approximately 1 inch diameter. A rare and extremely refined work by Samuel Yellin which he held in his personal collection.
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.

This floor lamp is referenced in Yellin's records as job number 1650.  The model is documented in a Samuel Yellin Metalworkers Forge inventory drawing executed by Harvey Yellin, the artist's son, as well as in four period photographs showing the lamp in situ in Yellin's office at the Forge.

This object will be included in the forthcoming book Samuel Yellin: Metalworker by Joseph Cunningham