Lot 197
  • 197

A PAIR OF GILT AND PATINATED BRONZE FIGURAL SEVEN LIGHT CANDELABRAS PARIS, CIRCA 1880

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • height 33 3/4 in.
  • 85.7 cm
each modelled with the infant Bacchus holding a fruit-filled cornucopia issuing acanthus-cast branches and raised on a brèche de Serravezza columnar pedestal. 

Condition

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks consistent with age and use. Slight tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places.
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

This pair of candelabra are cast after the celebrated model by Mathurin Moreau. A pair of candelabra of same design sold Sotheby's New York, June 15, lot 133.