Lot 72
  • 72

A VICTORIAN GILT METAL MOUNTED AND MARQUETRY INLAID WALNUT SMOKER'S LAMP CIRCA 1860

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • the first height of shelf 30 1/2 in.; the second height of shelf 36 in.;
  • 77.5 cm; 91.4 cm
the turned open stem supporting a flower inlaid octagonal shelf with an arcaded drop-ornamented apron, the circular dished base mounted with gilt metal cast with fruiting grapevines, together with a Victorian Walnut Smoker's candlestand.  Both now electrified. 2 pieces.

Condition

The first now electrified, the dished base with old worm damage and losses to veneer on edges of plinth, the other electrified and drilled, with losses to carved stemand later ball feet, and with old scuffs and scratches overall.
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.