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Carl Witzmann
Estimate
35,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Adjustable Twelve-Light Chandelier, 1909
- silvered brass, walnut, glass
- 270 max. drop x 64 diam. cm. (106 1/4 x 25 1/4 in.)
silvered brass, glass, wood
Provenance
Josef Müller, Brünn
Galerie bei der Albertina Zetter, Vienna
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2012
Galerie bei der Albertina Zetter, Vienna
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2012
Literature
Robert Kotas, Carl Witzmann: Anlässlich seines fünfzigsten Gerburtstages, Vienna, 1934, p. 75, illustrated in situ.
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. Tarnishing and scattered brassing throughout. One globe with a minor fleck near the edge which is not seen once installed and the fabric shade has been replaced. The chandelier is adjustable from 220 - 270 cm. in height.
"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
This chandelier was commissioned by Baumeister Josef Müller for the dining room of his residence in Brünn, Austria, 1909.