Large Parchment Screen Attributed to Karl Springer
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Karl Springer, attributed; Karl Springer, Ltd., attributed
Marking(s); notes: 3182 impressed
Country of origin; materials: USA; lacquered parchment, chromed metal
Description: Exotic skins and leathers, expertly applied with an elegant sense of scale and form elevate Karl Springer's designs beyond simply "decorative" or "functional." His obsession with the details of craftsmanship earned him a client list including the Duchess of Windsor, Jackie Onassis Kennedy, Diana Ross and Frank Sinatra.
Screen has three panels.
Dimensions (H, W, D): 84"h, 72"w
Condition Report: very good, light patina to metal, missing one foot
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Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Karl Springer, attributed; Karl Springer, Ltd., attributed
Marking(s); notes: 3182 impressed
Country of origin; materials: USA; lacquered parchment, chromed metal
Description: Exotic skins and leathers, expertly applied with an elegant sense of scale and form elevate Karl Springer's designs beyond simply "decorative" or "functional." His obsession with the details of craftsmanship earned him a client list including the Duchess of Windsor, Jackie Onassis Kennedy, Diana Ross and Frank Sinatra.
Screen has three panels.
Dimensions (H, W, D): 84"h, 72"w
Condition Report: very good, light patina to metal, missing one foot