Lot 189
  • 189

A PAIR OF GEORGE II STYLE SILVERED METAL-MOUNTED MOLDED AND CUT-GLASS THREE-LIGHT WALL LIGHTS WITH SMOKE SHADES

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • height of wall lights 15 in.; width 28 in
  • 38.1 cm; 71.1 cm
partially 18th century, each with silvered metal scrolled bracket supporting a smoke shade.  Adapted.

Provenance

J. A. Lloyd Hyde, New York
Sold, Parke-Bernet Galleries, The Collection of Walter P. Chrysler Jr., May 6-7, 1960, lot 496

Condition

Adapted, possibly originally a chandalier, overall good condition, glass candle nozzles and drip pans drilled possibly for electricity, two drip pans with old re-glued breaks, some minor chips to extremities, silvered-metal with tarnishing and some wear, some drops possibly associated.
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.
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