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Two pairs of gilt-bronze candlesticks Empire, circa 1810
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze, giltbronze, marble
- each 36cm. high; 1ft. 2¼in.
the stems each in the form of three addorsed female terms, on a ribbed columnar stem on a leaf cast circular base, all with a pair of associated removable candle-branches: regilt
Provenance
The Hon. Mrs Reginald Fellowes, Donnington Grove, Newbury, by descent until sold Christie's, London, 3rd July 1975, lot 2.
Condition
In overall good condition. Very attractive detail to the casting. Some very minor verde gris and tarnishing in places. Some of the drip-pans later replacements and one in particular one is more copper coloured than the rest and one is of a thin metal and warped but these can easily be replaced.Although regilt this was a long time ago.
"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."