SABINO | Luminous monument, circa 1930

glass, chromium plated metal and stone base

Please note that this piece was originally a chandelier. Fair overall condition. Significant oxidation with major losses to the chrome throughout and more especially on one side of the lot. Some elements of the metal structure are slighlty bended, consistent with age. The glass stems are in good overall condition with a few scattered chips and flaws, not visually distractive and mostly located at the tips of the stems. Some of the glass stems might have been replaced at a later stage. The stone base, which is later, with some scratches and a few small chips With an additional later wooden base, with several losses of veneer, chips and cracks. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
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