Lot 9
  • 9

Albin Müller

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • Albin Müller
  • "Teemaschine"
  • stamped with artist's monogram and EDUARD HUECK/ 2029 to underside of kettle
  • patinated copper and brass

Literature

Innen Dekoration, vol. 15, 1904, p. 156
Ein Dokument Deutscher Kunst, Darmstadt 1901-1976, Vol. 4, Die Künstler der Mathildenhöhe, exhibition catalogue, Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt, Darmstadt, 1977, p. 433, no. 429
Carl Bruno Heller, Jugendstil Kunst um 1900, Darmstadt, 1982, p. 225
Karl H. Bröhan, Metallkunst: Vom Jugendstil Zur Moderne 1899-1939, Berlin, 1990, p. 243
Torsten Bröhan and Thomas Berg, Avantgarde Design 1880-1930, Köln, 1994, p. 80
Dedo von Kerssenbrock-Krosigk, Modern art of metalwork: Bröhan-Museum, State Museum of Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Functionalism (1889-1939), Berlin, 2001, p. 189

Condition

Very good overall condition. Some rubbing to the surfaces as expected from normal use and is visible in the catalogue illustration. The lot has a wick and copper burner cover that are not shown in the catalogue illustration.
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.