Joseph Konetsky (American, b. Poland, 1882-1963)

Joseph Konetsky (American, b. Poland, 1882-1963) "Bamboo" Folding Screen, Philadelphia, PA, circa 1940s

Gilt wrought iron
Unmarked.

(H: 60 1/2, W: 17 3/4 (width of each panel), W: 56 3/4 in. (overall))

Provenance

The artist
Thence by descent to present owner.

Footnote:

Note

Joseph Konetsky was the superintendent of Samuel Yellin's shop in Philadelphia, located on Arch Street.

Literature

Jack Andrews, Samuel Yellin, Metalworker (1982), pg. 2 (for a discussion of Joseph Konetsky and his relationship to the Yellin firm).

Condition report:

excellent condition, with nice surface throughout; a minor area of white househole paint to top rail