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A fine pair of gilt and patinated bronze candlesticks Directoire, circa 1800
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description
- 23.5, 28 and 24.5cm. high.
together with a pair of gilt bronze candle sticks, each tapering plain stem with central reeded band and palmette cast nozzle, the circular foot with trident motif, Directoire, circa 1800, in the manner of Claude Galle, together with a pair of gilt-bronze candlesticks with octogonal stem and claw feet, in Directoire style
Literature
Hans Ottomeyer / Peter Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, München 1986, vol. I, ill. on p. 327.
Condition
In overall good condition with some minor dents, marks, scratches and wear to gilding / patination. Minor wax residue.
"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."