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A pair of gilt-bronze three-light candelabra Empire, first quarter 19th century
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description
- 71cm. high.
each modelled as a winged female figure raised on orb, holding aloft a crescent-shaped ornament, each end topped by a circular drip-pan and urn-shaped nozzle, centred by lyre, on circular pedestal and square plinth, fitted for electricity
Condition
In overall good condition with some rubbing , scratches, marks and to the gilding, traces of glue from attachment of wires, one with wires still glued to the bronze. One crescent-shaped ornament re-attached, the surmounting lyre re-attached and with restoration, partly re-gilt. The other with restoration to upper part of the lyre, four strings missing. Wings of one figure re-attached
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."