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Marblehead Pottery
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Marblehead Pottery
- A Rare Rose Vase
impressed with firm's marks
glazed earthenware
- Height: 6 7/8 inches
designed by Arthur Irwin Hennessey
executed by Sarah W. Tutt
executed by Sarah W. Tutt
Provenance
Stephen Gray, Philmont, NY
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
At Home with Gustav Stickley: American Arts & Crafts from the Stephen Gray Collection, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Hartford, CT, October 11-January 4, 2009
Condition
Overall in excellent condition. This vase has been closely examined by a ceramics expert, and also closely examined under blacklight, and there is no evidence of prior restoration. The rim with a few adjacent minute pin-head size glaze imperfections where the glaze did not fully adhere during the firing process, all which appear to be inherent in the making. The colors of the glaze show far greater nuance and sensitivity than seen in the catalogue illustration, in which the yellow flower centers are slightly oversaturated. A beautiful example of this rare and iconic model displaying exceptional color and crispness to the glazed decoration.
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.