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A pair of Napoleon III ormolu six-light candelabra attributed to Barbédienne circa 1860
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- height 29 in.; width 9 1/2 in.
- 74 cm; 24.5 cm
Condition
Rubbing to the gilding, particularly to the decoration of the candle arms and the gadrooning to the capital of the standard with very minor chips to the bases and hairline cracks to the bases. Restorations to the base.
This lot will be offered without reserve.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Ferdinand Barbédienne (1810-1892) was one of the pre-eminent bronziers of the Second Empire. His designs were greatly inspired by antique models, using and re-using various elements such as the animal motifs found on the bases of these candelabra.