Gustav Stickley

Skinner, Bolton, MA, October 24, 1987, lot 87
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Stephen Gray and Robert Edwards, eds., Collected Works of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1981, p. 129
Stephen Gray, The Early Work of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1987, p. 121
Tod M. Volpe and Beth Cathers, Treasures of the American Arts and Crafts Movement: 1890-1920, New York, 1988, p. 39
Leslie Greene Bowman, American Arts & Crafts: Virtue in Design, Los Angeles, 1990, p. 76 (for an example of the model in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art)
David Cathers, Gustav Stickley, New York, 2003, p. 132 (for an example of the model in the collection of Crab Tree Farm)
Judith A. Barter, Apostles of Beauty:  Arts and Crafts from Britain to Chicago, Chicago, 2009, p. 104 (for an example of the model in the collection of Crab Tree Farm)
Kevin W. Tucker, Gustav Stickley and the American Arts and Crafts Movement, Dallas, 2010, p. 47

Overall in very good condition. The oak surfaces throughout appear to retain their original finish, showing minimal surface wear consistent with very gentle use. The surfaces with a few very light surface scratches, a few very minor abrasions and very limited edge wear (all exceedingly minor). A few of the spindles on the settle back are very slightly bowed as the result of the natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time. The top crest rail with a few very light and transparent drips marks which are only visible under close inspection (located approximately 7 inches from the proper left post). The hall bench retains its original rush seat, which is in exceptional and stable condition. The rush with some minor surface wear and abrasions. A superb example of this iconic form in pristine original condition.
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.
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An example of this iconic model is in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York.