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A Pair of George III carved giltwood wall lights circa 1800
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height 23 in.; width 14 in.
- 58.4 cm; 35.6 cm
Re-gilt, replacements, gilt-metal possibly associated.
Condition
Overall good restored condition; re-gilt; gilt-metal mounts probably associated; the first with old repaired break to top leaf tips; repaired break to right side leaf tip now with a batten to the back; old glue to back of apron and around metal candle arms possible at old break; the other with replaced section to leaf of left side; old repaired break to top right leaf; old repaired breaks to the back of the apron; overall with slight wear to the gilding and with some areas of craquelure to the gesso.
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.