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A pair of George III silver table candlesticks, John Carter II, London overstriking Sheffield, 1774
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- candlesticks fully marked on base rims, one nozzle with maker's mark and lion passant, other nozzle with traces of a mark
- height 11 7/8 in.
- 30cm
the square bases with paterae hanging from rams' heads and linked by laurel garlands, the stems formed as rams' head atheniennes supporting campana sconces with Greek-key border, detachable nozzles with laurel rims
Condition
lead repairs below one sconce and to underside of one drip pan, engraving probably removed from blank patera, weigting on one bowing slightly so does not sit fully flat and a few dings to bases, otherwise good, impressive scale and Neoclassical vocabulary
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.
Catalogue Note
Arthur Grimwade notes of John Carter II, "his mark is found overstruck on that of candlesticks bearing the early Sheffield hallmarks, presumably purchased by him to resell at a profit to meet the growing demand for stamped and filled examples in London" (revised ed., p. 459).