A PAIR OF PARCEL GILT AND POLYCHROME DECORATED FRUITWOOD BLACKAMOOR TORCHÈRES POSSIBLY VENICE, LAST QUARTER 19TH CENTURY

each modelled as a male and femal figure holding aloft a candelabrum stand and raised on a shaped octagonal pedestal.

Overall in good condition, loss to painted surface in numerous places showing gesso and sometimes wood. The right arm of the male figure is broken above the elbow and will need to be restored, visible crack to both arms of the female figure with extensive loss of painted decoration around the cracks, visible cracks to the feet of the male figure, flaking in places overall.
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.