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A pair of French silver-plated Enfant Bouret pattern six-light candelabra, Christofle, Paris, circa 1850
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on feet Christofle and 56364
- Silver-plate
- height 27 1/4 in.
- 69.2cm
the circular bases raised on two pad feet and two branch-form feet and applied with budding branches, the caryatid stems formed as a fully-modeled putto, the top with six leaf-capped branches and detachable urns, bird finials, loss below finials
Condition
plating rubbed at high spots revealing copper below, one with some splitting where stem screws into base, each with splits to several of the arms where they have been pushed down, finials lacking a piece below the birds, one urn loose due to stripped screw, otherwise good condition
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.