Lot 829
  • 829

A VERY FINE AND RARE ENGLISH CAST-BRASS TRUMPET-BASE CANDLESTICK WITH ENGRAVED ARMORIAL, CIRCA 1680 |

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Height 7 3/4 in. by Diameter 5 7/8 in.; 19.7 by 14.9 cm.

Provenance

Private Collection, London, June 1999;
Vogel Collection no. 657.

Condition

In overall fine condition. Wear, tarnish and oxidation commensurate with age and use. The electrified candlestick is attached in a non-invasive manner, allowing for easy mounting and removal.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.