Lot 123
  • 123

A pair of French gilt-bronze-mounted white and polychrome floral porcelain brûle parfums, the gilt-bronze-mounts in Louis XVI style, 19th century, the porcelain Louis XV and dated 1769

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • gilt-bronze, prcelain,
  • each 22cm. high; 8½in.
each of ovoid form with a foliate finial and leaf cast gilt-bronze cover above a guilloche pierced neck, the body with floral sprays on a white ground with spirally-twisted handles terminating in a female mask on a trumpet foot and square base with concave corners

Condition

In overall very good condition. Miniscule casting crack in drapery below chin of one mask on the handle-hardly noticeable.
"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.
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