- 81
William Arthur Smith Benson
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Occasional Table, model No. 480A, circa 1900
- stamped W.A.S. / BENSON
- Brass, Copper
- 70.2 x 49 diam. cm. (27 5/8 x 19 1/4 in.)
manufactured by W.A.S. Benson & Co., London
brass, copper
brass, copper
Provenance
Private collection, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2005
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2005
Literature
Michael Whiteway, Paul Reeves, W.A.S. Benson 1854-1924 An Exhibition of his Metalwork, exh. cat., 1 - 24 December 1981, London, 1981, p. 30, pl. 53 for an example of the table top as a tray
Ian Hamerton, W.A.S. Benson: Arts and Crafts Luminary and Pioneer of Modern Design, London, 2005, p. 81, pl. 53, p. 254, pl. 26
Ian Hamerton, W.A.S. Benson: Arts and Crafts Luminary and Pioneer of Modern Design, London, 2005, p. 81, pl. 53, p. 254, pl. 26
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. Minor scattered oxidation to the brass and copper, concentrated to the underside surfaces. Four minor shallow dents each approximately 0.3mm in diameter on the copper table top, concentrated to one segment. One shallow dent to the outer edge of one segment of the table top, approximately 3cm across. Minor scattered surface scratches to the brass collars and nuts on each leg.
"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."