Lot 76
  • 76

A pair of Victorian cut-glass and gilt-bronze three-light wall lights in the gothic-revival taste, late 19th century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • height 9 1/2 in.; width 6 1/2 in.; depth 16 1/4 in.
  • 23.5 cm; 16 cm; 41 cm

Condition

Each in good restored condition with some scratches to the re-gilt brass, the decoration on the wooden plaques refreshed, some elements possibly associated, now fitted for electricity, one with repaired crack to one glass finial, the other with a chip to one glass finial and lacking a glass element, the glass arm with an approximately 1-inch stress crack at junction with candelabrum. 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.