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The Fortress : 500 Years of Furniture and Decorative Arts

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For over two decades, The Fortress has served as both a home and haven to Antonie Reinhard and the late Maurice Margules. Located in Troy, New York, this nationally recognized, historic property, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013, holds significance both architecturally and for the exceptional collection it houses. STAIR internetrequests@stairgalleries.com
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German Antler and Carved and Polychrome Decorated Wood 'Lusterweibchen' Chandelier
  • Property from The Fortress in Troy, NY
Lot 46

German Antler and Carved and Polychrome Decorated Wood 'Lusterweibchen' Chandelier

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
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Depicting a Female Lute Player.

26 x 37 x 28 in. 

 

Literature: D. Preising and M. Rief, ‘Neue Funde und Ergänzungen zu Geweihleuchtern‘ in Aachener Kunstblätter, LXV, 2014, pp. 116–137. A. Treptau, 'Drei Geweihleuchter aus dem Bayrischen Nationalmuseum eine kunsttechnologische Beschreibung' in Aachener Kunstblätter, LXV, 2014, pp. 138-161. D. Preising and M. Rief, ‘Neue Funde und Ergänzungen zu Geweihleuchtern‘ in Aachener Kunstblätter, LXV, 2014, pp. 116–137. A. Treptau, 'Drei Geweihleuchter aus dem Bayrischen Nationalmuseum eine kunsttechnologische Beschreibung' in Aachener Kunstblätter, LXV, 2014, pp. 138-161.

Condition

In good overall condition, with scattered age splits, nicks, minor losses to the carving throughout, including her fingers. And old repair to her upper backside. Repainted. Sound frame. 

Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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COLLECTION FROM STAIR: We suggest requesting a quote for packing and shipping prior to bidding on an item, as you will be responsible for collection or shipping if you are the successful bidder. We are open for pickups Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 12pm and again from 1pm to 4:30pm. Please call us at 518.751.1000 to schedule collection. We ask that you collect your items or make collection arrangements within 10 days of your purchase. Below is a list of shippers our clients use on a regular basis, but feel free to use your shipper of choice. For smaller items that can be boxed and shipped: UPS Store #4541 230 Kings Mall Court Kingston, New York 12401 T: 845.336.4877 F: 845.336.3832 E: store4541@theupsstore.com UPS Store #5539 160 Fairview Avenue Hudson, New York 12534 T: 518.828.8777 F: 518.822.8727 E: store5539@theupsstore.com UPS Store #4861 6565 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, New York 12572 T: 845.876.3357 F: 845.876.3524 E: store4861@theupsstore.com For furniture and other large items: Meticulous Inc. T: 845.256.7047 F: 845.256.7039 E: meticulousmovers@live.com Sure Express 1-800-335-9996 judy@sureexpress.com Worldwide Shipping: James Bourlet, Inc. T: 718.392.9770 F: 718.392.2470 www.bourlet.org Cadogan Tate Fine Art Worldwide Fine Art Logistics T: 718.706.7999 F: 718.707.2847 E: fineartny@cadogantate.com www.cadogantate.com. When arranging collection with your shipper, please ask them to email BOL@stairgalleries.com to submit a Bill of Lading and request a pickup time 48-hours in advance.

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