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Henri Picard A pair of gilt and patinated bronze five-light candelabras Paris, circa 1885
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Henri Picard
- height 26 in.; width 15 1/2 in.; depth 10 in.
- 66 cm; 39.4 cm; 25.4 cm
one modelled as a seated semi-nude boy holding a quiver, the other modelled as a young semi-nude girl holding a bow, each beneath foliate scrolled arms with fruiting oak branches, on foliate scroll bases, each stamped H.PICARD to back molded edge.
Condition
Overall good condition, the gilt bronze slightly dirty and with some slight wear. Overall with some old minor scratches consistent with age and use.
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.
Catalogue Note
The Parisian fondeur and doreur Henri Picard was recorded at 6 rue Jarente in 1831, and move to 10 rue de la Perle in 1839. The firm supplied objects to Emperor Napoleon III's apartments at the Louvre, and was reputed for its fine quality decorative production of pièces de table and garnitures de cheminée.