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A pair of French gilt-and patinated-bronze and marble candelabra late 19th century, after a model by Louis-Félix de la Rue and Clodion
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt & patinated bronze, marble
- each 57cm. high, 34cm. wide, 1ft. 2½ in., 1ft. 1½in.
depicting a young girl on a rock and a young satyr on a tree stump, supporting leaf-cast, berried candle branches; on a marble circular base with a garland on a bronze plinth
Condition
In overall very good conserved condition. Colour overall slightly darker and more attractive and natural than in the catalogue photograph. Attractive detail to casting. Very minor chip to white marble base of the one on the left as visible from the catalogue photograph. Some scattered miniscule chips to white marble which are hardly noticeable. Can be placed immediately.
"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."