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Bruno Paul (1874 - 1968)
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- A rare desk
- 78cm. high by 186.5cm. long by 81.5cm. deep;
- 2ft 6¾in., 7ft 1½in., 2ft 8in.
probably manufactured by the Vereinigte Werkstätten, Munich, rosewood veneer, of rectangular form with curved ends, the leather inset top above frieze drawers, the kneehole flanked with geometrically veneered cupboard doors enclosing shelves, the sides each with an open shelf, the rear with six pigeonholes flanked by further cupboards
Literature
Alfred Ziffer (ed.), Bruno Paul: Deutsche Raumkunst und Architektur zwischen Jugendstil und Moderne, München, 1992, pp. 141, 171 (for illustrations of comparable desks)
Klaus-Jürgen Sembach et al., Twentieth-Century Furniture Design, Köln, n. d., p. 80 (for an illustration of a related desk)
Die Kunst, Monatshefte für Freie und Angewandte Kunst, vol. 10, Munich, 1904, p. 295.
Klaus-Jürgen Sembach et al., Twentieth-Century Furniture Design, Köln, n. d., p. 80 (for an illustration of a related desk)
Die Kunst, Monatshefte für Freie und Angewandte Kunst, vol. 10, Munich, 1904, p. 295.
Condition
A large and impressive desk of good overall appearance. The veneer in good condition with minor old marks and scratches. The brass lock mountings fixed with later screws. Left hand drawer handle detached. The leather inset is worn and would benefit from a wax. With two keys. A striking model, this practical piece is ready for use and display.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A related desk was part of the furnished room designed by Bruno Paul for the official residence of the Bayreuth region chief administrator (see Sembach op.cit.). The room was exhibited at the World Fair in St. Louis in 1904.