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An Italian brass, gilt-metal and rock crystal girandole in 18th century Genoese style
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- girandole: 52cm. high 1ft.8½in.; candelabrum 35cm. high, 1ft.1¾in.
with three candlearms, together with an English gilt-bronze cut and amber glass three light candelabrum, 19th century
Condition
Girandole:
Rubbing to gilding on nozzles and drip-pans. It appears that a candlenozzle has been affixed to the top. The gilding is worn on the gilt-metal stem and candlearms. An attractive lot in otherwise good condition.
Candelabrum:
The gilt-bronze is rubbed in places. Some minor chips to the glass which are hardly noticeable. The bobeches are later. In overall good condition.
"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."