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Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott (1865 - 1945)
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Haus eines Kunstfreundes': A folio
- 53cm. by 39.5cm.;
- 1ft 8¾in., 1ft 3½in.
published by Alexander Koch, Darmstadt; loose leaves as issued, comprising title page [in German], two pages [in English], and ten coloured plates, housed in original green paper-covered boards with ties, original publisher's label to upper cover
Condition
An attractive set of good overall appearance. Slightly discolored overall. All sheets with typical discoloration to the edges. The tone of the paper is darker than the illustration suggests. Title page discolored and stained overall as can partially be seen in the catalogue illustration. Colors to the full polychrome room settings still fairly vibrant. Board covers slightly bowed and spine frayed to top and base. Set is slightly disty and dirty.
"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
In 1900 the Darmstadt-based architect and publisher Alexander Koch and the magazine Zeitschrift für Innendekoration organised a competition for the design of a large country house for an art connoisseur. The designs of the participants were published by Koch in 1902; no first prize was awarded, but though Baillie Scott won the second prize, his scheme was never realised.
The colour plates depict interiors and elevations of the Baillie Scott proposal, and the decorative and architectural programmes include a great many of the designer's hallmark motifs.