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Dirk van Erp
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Dirk van Erp
- An Early and Rare Table Lamp
- base stamped D'ARCY GAW/DIRK VAN ERP within a rectangular closed box below a windmill
- hand-wrought copper and mica
executed by D'Arcy Gaw
Provenance
Mr. W. K. Vickery, San Francisco, ca. 1910
Mr. Frederick P. Vickery
Thence by descent
Butterfield & Butterfield San Francisco, April 8, 1991, lot 158
Butterfield & Butterfield San Francisco, November 8, 1995, lot 70
Mr. Frederick P. Vickery
Thence by descent
Butterfield & Butterfield San Francisco, April 8, 1991, lot 158
Butterfield & Butterfield San Francisco, November 8, 1995, lot 70
Literature
Dorothy Lamoureux, The Arts & Crafts Studio of Dirk Van Erp, exh. cat., San Francisco Craft & Folk Art Museum, 1989, p. 39 (for a related example)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. All of the mica in the shade is original. As expected, the mica with very light surface soiling and discoloration, and with some occasional minor surface flaking consistent with age and gentle use. All of the copper tabs on the interior of the shade which hold the mica panels in place appear intact and undisturbed. The hand-hammered copper surfaces with some occasional light surface scratches, areas of minor surface soiling and discoloration, and gentle rubbing to the patina. One of the copper battens on the exterior of the shade with a small area of surface oxidation (approximately 1/2 x 1/4 inch). The dome-shaped copper cap which would have been affixed to the top of the base to conceal the wiring is presently missing. (This is not noticeable unless the shade is removed from the base, and if desired could be easily replaced.) With replaced sockets and pull chains. Lacking bakelite cord guide on base. With two Getty Collection accession labels on the underbase and interior of the shade. A beautiful example of this rare design, displaying a rich russet patina.
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.
Catalogue Note
Mr. W. K. Vickery purchased this lamp directly from Van Erp's studio in 1910 as a wedding present for his son, Frederick P. Vickery. W. K. Vickery was a partner in Vickery, Atkins & Torrey, a noted San Francisco gallery where Van Erp's work was retailed.