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A LARGE BOHEMIAN RUBY RED CUT-GLASS, PARCEL GILT AND POLYCHROME DECORATED TWELVE-LIGHT CHANDELIER CIRCA 1880
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 55 in.; diameter 38 1/2 in.
- 140 cm; 98 cm
in two tiers, the trumpet-shaped corona above the upper tier issuing six downscrolling arms hung with bell flowers and pendant drops above a baluster stem, the lower tier with twelve scrolling candle arms terminating in flower-shaped drippans and surmounted by vase-shaped shades, overall hung with icicles and decorated in white with blooming flowers.
Condition
Overall in good original condition. Traces of wear to painted decor in places. Fitted for electricity. The diamond drops to the drip pans are later replacements.
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.