Lot 102
  • 102

A GOTHIC REVIVAL PATINATED BRONZE AND PARCEL-GILT METAL TWELVE LIGHT OCTAGONAL HALL LANTERN

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 4 ft. 10 in.; diameter 22 in.
  • 147.3 cm; 55.9 cm
with glazed sides and a hinged door opening to two tiers of lights; now electrified. Later gilded.

Provenance

Sold, Christie's, New York, October 25, 2005, lot 478

Condition

Overall good condition with later gilding to foliate decoration and dividers, possibly once fitted for gas.
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.