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A pair of gilt and patinated bronze three-light candelabra, Empire, first quarter 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt, bronze
- each 51cm. high; 1ft. 8in.
the rope-twist branches issuing from a leaf cast base, interspersed with foliate scrolls and centred with a berried finial, held by a bronze figure of a boy one with pan pipes and a thyrsus, the other with a ribbon-tied oak leaf wreath and tambourine, on a mottled marble column and a plinth base; nozzles drilled for electricity
Condition
These attractive candelabra are in reasonable good condition, and would benefit from a light clean. The nozzles have been drilled to allow for former wiring for electricity. One with scrolling branch broken in need of attention; the attractive marble plinths in 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. 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."