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JOSEF HOFFMANN (1870-1956)
Important Cabinet, commissioned for the Apartment of Dr. Hermann Wittgenstein, Vienna, circa 1906
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Price Realised USD 23,750
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USD 10,000 - USD 15,000
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JOSEF HOFFMANN (1870-1956)
Important Cabinet, commissioned for the Apartment of Dr. Hermann Wittgenstein, Vienna, circa 1906
Important Cabinet, commissioned for the Apartment of Dr. Hermann Wittgenstein, Vienna, circa 1906JOSEF HOFFMANN (1870-1956)Estimate: USD 10,000 - 15,000
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Overall good condition. The painted surfaces appear to have been retouched at some point and present with a few surface scratches, minor wear, minor surface dirt a few minor scattered losses visible in the catalogue illustration, concentrated along the edges. The wood with a few hairline age cracks throughout, not visually distracting. The white paint with minor yellowing consistent with age. The marble surfaces with a few minor surface stains and surface scratches consistent with age and use and a few hairline cracks, stable. The top with a restoration from front to back, not visually distracting and stable. The glass appears to have been replaced at some point and presents with light surface scratches consistent with use. The drawers are fitted with later, interior felt liners and dividers which can easily be removed. The lower cabinets are fitted with interior shelves.
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Lot 67Sale 19247
Important Cabinet, commissioned for the Apartment of Dr. Hermann Wittgenstein, Vienna, circa 1906JOSEF HOFFMANN (1870-1956)Estimate: USD 10,000 - 15,000
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