Lot 126
  • 126

A pair of gilt-bronze and white marble candelabra in Louis XVI style, 19th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • gilt-bronze, marble
  • each 40cm. high; 1ft. 3¾in.
with a boy and girl gardener holding a pot of tulips issuing two scrolled candelarms on a spirally fluted flaring socle within a berried laurel border, on a square base with an acanthus spray at each angle

Condition

In overall good condition. Both are slightly dirty and would benefit from a light clean according to taste. Attractive detail to casting and very minor chips to the marble bases.One candlearm on each candelabrum has been resoldered. Right candlearm resoldered but not some silver colour shows and would benefit from some touching up.
"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."

Catalogue Note

For further information see footnote to lot 118.