Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

LOT 167

Lot 167

Wiener Werkstätte Glazed Terra Cotta Head of a Woman, Gudrun Baudisch-Wittke, c.1927

Wiener Werkstätte Glazed Terra Cotta Head of a Woman, Gudrun Baudisch-Wittke, c.1927
Lot 167 Details
Wiener Werkstätte Glazed Terra Cotta Head of a Woman, Gudrun Baudisch-Wittke, c.1927

minor chips and repair
height 7.6" — 19.2 cm.
impressed numerals 344, WW monogram, MADE IN / AUSTRIA and artist’s monogram

Estimate $2,500-$3,500

Realised: $5,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

A small chip at base edge of both front corners; repair at one back corner; hairline crack at back top of head

LOT 167
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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