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Literature

Eliot F. Noyes, Organic Design in Home Furnishings , New York, 1941, p. 37 (for related examples) Charlotte and Peter Fiell, eds., 1000 Lights: 1879-1959 , Cologne, 2005, p. 378 (for related examples) Condition Overall very good condition. with surface scratches, minor pitting and rubbing to the chromium plating. Some of the rubbing reveals the gold color of the metal underneath as seen in the catalogue illustration. Currently with partial wiring that we would recommend should be replaced. Sotheby's does not guarantee its electrical stability, as we did not illuminate this lamp. Scattered surface dirt and some areas of oxidation. 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.

Catalog summary

Peter Pfisterer Lamp molded with firm's marks chromium plated metal Literature Eliot F. Noyes, Organic Design in Home Furnishings , New York, 1941, p. 37 (for related examples) Charlotte and Peter Fiell, eds., 1000 Lights: 1879-1959 , Cologne, 2005, p. 378 (for related examples) Condition Overall very good condition. with surface scratches, minor pitting and rubbing to the chromium plating. Some of the rubbing reveals the gold color of the metal underneath as seen in the catalogue illustration. Currently with partial wiring that we would recommend should be replaced. Sotheby's does not guarantee its electrical stability, as we did not illuminate this lamp. Scattered surface dirt and some areas of oxidation. 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.