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Lot 68
  • 68

A pair of gilt-bronze wall lights in Louis XV style, 19th century

Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • gilt-bronze
  • each 42cm. high; 1ft. 4½in.
each with a scrolled backplate cast with scallopshells, flowers, foliage, oak leaves and acorns issuing two entwined candle-branches, the drip-pans in the form of flowers

Provenance

Sold Etude Daussy-Ricqies 20th April 1989, (125,000FF).

Condition

In overall good condition. Attractive quality casting with some very minor surface dirt which can easily be cleaned off.
"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."