Lot 73
  • 73

Paire de candélabres en bronze doré d'époque Louis XVI

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description

  • giltbronze
  • Haut. 32 cm
  • Height 12 2/3 in
à trois bras de lumière issus d'un fût orné d'enfants cariatides, reposant sur un socle ciselé de feuilles d'acanthe, d'un tor de laurier et d'une frise de postes

Condition

Illustration is not completely accurate : one nozzle top is missing on the right of the image, although it is present. Gilding slightly tarnished and rubbed. Attractive model with a nice chasing.
"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

Une paire de candelabres de ce modèle a été vendue chez Christie's à Paris, le 23 juin 2005, lot 413. Une paire identique est conservée au musée du Louvre (inv. OA 10523).