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Jessie Preston
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jessie Preston
- A Rare Pair of Candlesticks, Model No. 8
- both bases impressed JMP, both bases and bobeches impressed No. 8 Candle Stick
- brass
Provenance
Private Collection, Chicago, IL, ca. 1910
Thence by descent
Literature
Thomas K. Maher, The Jarvie Shop: The Candlesticks and Metalwork of Robert R. Jarvie, Philmont, NY, 1997, p. 122
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The brass surfaces with some light surface scratches and minor abrasions, and with a few scattered light surface spots (probably from prior wax drips) on the bottom of the bases. The interior of the bobeches with remnants of green wax. A remarkably rare intact pair of Preston candlesticks displaying great scale and form.
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.