- 1093
A set of four Régence style carved stained wood twin branch wall lights early 20th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Lime wood
- wall lights each 47cm. high; 1ft. 6¼in.
in the manner of Daniel Marot, with feathered surmounts and scrolled branches together with a gilt wood and gesso four light ceiling pendant (5)
Condition
A very decorative set with nice proportions and finely carved. One wall light has cracks to the base of its arms. A second wall light also has cracks in the same place. The third has a repaired break to one arm and is missing its scroll terminal and also has a crack to the same arm. The fourth wall light has cracks with some fragmentation to the base of its arms. All of the wall lights would benefit from a clean and have some chips and minor losses throughout. The ceiling pendant is in poor condition. One arm has a break under the nozzle, two of the other arms have repairs in the same place and one arm has a break at its base. Chips and minor losses throughout with some surface and ingrained dirt.
"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."