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A set of four Flemish brass altar pricket candlesticks, 17th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- brass
- each 49cm. high; 1ft. 7¼in.
each with foliate drip-pans on a composite leaf cast baluster stem on a triform base with cherubs' masks on paw feet
Condition
Some polish and brass residue and they are dirty and would benefit from a light clean according to taste. Old minor marks and dents commensurate with age and normal usage. On one there is an old restored break to the stem and some hairline cracks in the foliate candle-nozzle and a minor loss to a leaf on the same and also some minor losses to the candle-nozzle on another. A very minor area of warping to one leaf on the candle-nozzle of another.
"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."