- 108
Henry Van de Velde
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henry van de Velde
- Vase
- glazed earthenware
Literature
Wolf Pecher, Henry Van De Velde: Das Gesamtwerk, Munich, 1981, p. 186
Birgit Schulte, Henry Van De Velde in Hagen, Hagen, 1992, p. 266
Klaus-Jürgen Sembach and Birgit Schulte, Henry van de Velde: Ein Europäischer Künstler Seiner Zeit, Köln, Wienand, 1992, p. 304
Condition
Very good overall condition. Some fine firing cracks inherent in the making that do not detract from the overall visual impact of the piece or its function. Some light surface dirt that would benefit from cleaning. The glaze is slightly lighter than it appears 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.
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
Sotheby's would like to thank Dr. Helmut Reuter, Henry van de Velde Gesellschaft Hagen, Germany, for his assistance in cataloguing this lot.