A PAIR OF CARVED OAK CANDLESTANDS, POSSIBLY DUTCH LATE 17TH CENTURY

The pair stripped of original decoration and now with a light gray painted wash, some areas of old worm to carving, the stems possibly sanded, some rubbing and wear to carving with some small chips and losses, the tops with some small age cracks, the first with replaced socles and one replaced foot, the second with one replaced socle, old repair to the other socle, both sturdy.
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.

Ronald L. Hurst illustrates one of a similar pair of pine, beech and oak candlestands, circa 1690, possibly originally from Ham House, The Antique Treasures of Colonial Williamsburg, 2000, p. 18.