Lot 24
  • 24

A two toned alabaster figural lamp on pedestal Italy, late 19th/early 20th century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • alabaster
  • height of figural lamp: 40 3/4 in.; height of pedestal: 39 in.
  • 103.5 cm; 99 cm

Condition

Drilled for electricity. Alabaster with occassional chips and scratches throughout; lamp with a restored break to the bottom of the columnar shaft; top of lamp with hairline age cracks; one chip to curved edge of foliate decoration on lamp; restored corner to the bottom proper left corner of wall that the figures sits upon; base with worn corners and two chipped corners.
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.