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Lot 56
  • 56

A FINE PAIR OF GILT BRONZE, CARRARA AND LEVANTO ROUGE MARBLE FIGURAL CELESTIAL TORCHÈRES France, circa 1870's

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marble,bronze
  • height 80 1/2 in.
  • 204.5

Condition

Some bronze mounts to the pedestal will need to be tightened. Three gilt-bronze stars to one celestial globe are lacking. There are visible restorations to the fingers of the putti; the tip of one finger is lacking. One putti has visible restoration to its wrist.
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.