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Gustav Stickley
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Gustav Stickley
- Two-Door Bookcase, Model No. 542
- with firm's decal
- oak with hand-wrought copper hardware and glass
- executed by the Craftsman Workshops of Gustav Stickley, Eastwood, NY
Provenance
JMW Gallery, Boston, MA
Acquired from the above in 1996
Acquired from the above in 1996
Literature
Stephen Gray, The Early Work of Gustav Stickley, New York, 1987, p. 97
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The oak surfaces appear to retain their original finish, displaying a particularly deep rich russet brown finish throughout with strong figuring. The oak surfaces with occasional light surface scratches, surface abrasions, and edge wear with associated small edge losses (all of which look old and worn) consistent with age and use. The top gallery shelf with a small area of dark staining toward the central front edge, and a small transparent light ring mark on the proper right side. The proper left side of the case with a horizontal abrasion mark (approximately 7 ½ inches long) at the midsection of the case, and with surface soiling and transparent spotting along the bottom register (presumably from a liquid splattering on the case). The proper right side with some occasional small paint specks and paint abrasion marks. All of the glass appears to be original and undisturbed, with some occasional light surface scratches. The copper hardware with some light surface scratches, rubbing and with a few small traces of surface oxidation consistent with age and use. With two period copper Stickley keys. A beautiful example of this quintessential Stickley bookcase form, displaying great proportions and exceptional color.
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.