A pair of rare Minton majolica figural two-light candelabra 1864

each modelled as a male figure wearing elaborate Renaissance-style military costume, holding aloft a pair of torches forming the candleholders, and standing on an oval architectural base molded with two grotesque masks, impressed MINTON, year cyphers and shape numbers 1111 and 1112. One with a small chip to the base of the candleholder.

Both are in generally good condition. One has a minor small chip to the grey-glazed hexagonal collar under on candle nozzle, visible on left hand figure in the catalogue illustration. Both with some candle wax residue.
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.