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Josef Hoffmann
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Pair of Bookcases, 1914
- lacquered oak, glass, brass
- each: 214 x 107 x 51 cm. (84 1/4 x 42 1/8 x 20 1/8 in.)
executed by Jakob Soulek, Vienna
lacquered oak, glass, brass
lacquered oak, glass, brass
Provenance
see previous lot
Exhibited
see previous lot
Literature
Eisler, op. cit.
100+1 Jahr Kunst und Druck, Vienna, 1985, n.p.
Christa Zetter et al, Hoffmann Zum Quadrat, Vienna, 2005, p. 44 for a period illustration in situ
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, pp. 478-479, illustrated
100+1 Jahr Kunst und Druck, Vienna, 1985, n.p.
Christa Zetter et al, Hoffmann Zum Quadrat, Vienna, 2005, p. 44 for a period illustration in situ
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, pp. 478-479, illustrated
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. As noted in the catalogue, this lot originally formed part of a set of two sets of three vitrines at their original location at the BUGRA exhibition in Leipzig, and therefore have been reimagined as a pair. The side panels of both cabinets have been reveneered, and the scalloped side elements of the bases have been replaced. Both cabinets have been re-ebonised and present very well overall. Three small inclusions to one glass panel which are inherent in during production and are not visually distracting. One key is provided with this lot. One cabinet retains a partial label, which reads Ausftellun… / Internationale Aus…. / gewerbe und Graphik ….. 14 / LEIPZIG / M…egleitfchein I ode rim / Begleitzettel – Verfahren zu / uberwifen an das / Hauptzollamt I, Leipzig / Banhof: STOTTERITZ
"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
The offered lot and the following two lots were originally constructed as two sets of three cabinets, separated by an integrated sofa, as illustrated in Zetter, op. cit.