- 1567
A set of three silver tureens and covers, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, made for Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1986
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bases TIFFANY & CO. STERLING / 925 / 175-FL, the two larger also stamped F.L.WRIGHT FDN
- silver
- lengths over handles 14 and 15 3/4 in.
- 35.5 and 40 cm
octagonal with geometric pierced handles
Condition
some light surface scratches, in good condition and nice heavy weight
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.
Catalogue Note
This form was originally designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo in 1915, but never executed. In 1986, Tiffany & Co. signed an agreement with the Frank Lloyd Wright foundation to produce the design using Pampaloni Argenti of Florence.