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A pair of Empire ormolu and patinated bronze cassolettes early 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- height of each (with candlestick) 16 in.; height (with berry finial) 15 1/4 in.; width (with elephant mask) 5 in.; depth 4 in.
- 40.5 cm; 38.5 cm; 13 cm; 10 cm
each with a reversible lid with a foliate berry finial on one side and with a poppy flower shaped candle branch on the other.
Condition
Old, minor marks and dents around the edges of the reverse of the candlesticks, with rubbing of the gilding to the burnished surfaces. The obverse side of the candlesticks in overall good condition. Further rubbing of the gilding to the burnished rims and bodies of the Medici vases, suppors and base. The relief opaque sections in better condition, with minor traces of verdigris and surface dirt. In otherwise good condition.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
This is an unusual variant of a famous model, usually represented with horse mounts and was popular in the early 19th century. The elephant mount, symbolic of fame, can be seen in an identical pair, which was sold, Christie's, London, December 1, 2005, lot 179.