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A pair of gilt-bronze and patinated bronze chenets Louis XVI, late 18th century
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt-bronze, bronze
- each 26cm. high, 41cm. wide, 13.5cm. deep; 10¼in., 1ft. 4¼in., 5¼in.
one with a recumbent lion, the other with a lioness, each on a plinth mounted with a panel of guilloche enclosing flowerheads on an inverted breakfront plinth base with a patera at each angle on toupie feet, each stamped with NO.9 on the top of the plinth
Condition
In overall good condition. The chenets are slightly dirty and would benefit to a light clean according to taste. Very nice detail to casting. An attractive model.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."