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A fine French enamelled glass and gilt-metal mounted 'Persian-style' mosque lamp A. Bucan, Crèteil/Seine, circa 1875
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Bucan' in red enamel on the base
- the lamp 33.4cm., 13 1/8 in.
signed, the compressed globular form with wide flaring upper section, applied around the body with six suspension loops, above an everted double-walled foot, painted and gilt with elaborate formal stylised flowers and foliage below three circular medallions and a broad interlaced scrolling band at the rim, the slightly indented base painted and gilt in the centre with a rosette, together with the original elaborate gilt bronze suspension chains and three candle-holders, the shaped links and scroll candle-arms finely decorated in champlevé enamels with flowers and scroll on a blue ground, with ceiling rose
Condition
Overall in very good condition with typical minor wear to gilding.
"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."
"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."