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A Pair of Victorian Silver-gilt Three or Four-light Candelabra, Charles Stuart Harris, London, 1897
Estimate
85,000 - 100,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked throughout, eagle finials dated 1904
- Silver
- height 24 1/4 in.
- 61.6cm
the shaped circular bases cast with lions, dolphins and dragons amongst scrolls, shells and flowers, the stems spring from owl heads and decorated with spiralling dolphins, lions, shells and aquatic plants, the removable tops with central light decorated with feathered wings and detachable eagle finials, the three scrolling foliate branches with conforming fixed drip pans, campana form sconces and removable nozzles
Condition
one central light a little tight, doesn't easily go in flush, gilding renewed, otherwise good condition, massive
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.