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A pair of Swedish neoclassical ormolu, patinated-bronze and porphyry candlesticks circa 1800
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height 13 in.; diameter 4 1/2 in.
- 33 cm; 11.5 cm
Condition
Minor rubbing to the gilding, particularly to the top of the candle nozzles. Some rubbing to the patina of the bronze putti. Some very minor chips to the porphyry base and further chips to the portor marble plinth.
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
Comparable examples with identical circular columnar supports and stepped bases are illustrated in Bukowskis exhibition catalogue, Porphyr, 1986, pp. 78-84. Other similar examples are in the Alvdalen Museum, illustrated in the catalogue, p. 24.