Lot 145
  • 145

A PAIR OF GEORGE III STYLE LARGE GILTWOOD TORCHERES

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 4 ft. 10 in.; diameter 20 in.
  • 147.3 cm; 50.8 cm

Condition

Overall good condition, minor losses and cracks 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.
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

Robert Adam illustrated a similar tripod design for the Earl of Coventry with ram's-head and foliate-carved supports and a reeded dome-shaped underside in The Works in Architecture, 1773, vol. I, pl. 3.