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Eight Victorian brass lights circa 1840
Estimate
400 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Brass
- longest: 230cm. shortest 187cm.; 7ft. 6¼in., 6ft. 1½in.
the tubular bodies with integral candle holders, the largest pair with thirteen candle holders, two of semi-circular form, together with an eight light ceiling light and a similar three light wall light and a further semi-circular wall light (11)
Condition
All in fair condition with some signs of surface corrosion. The long straight light with 11 sockets is missing an end finial as is the light with 13 sockets. The others appear to be complete. The semi-circular lights are missing most of their nozzles. The ceiling light is incomplete with various missing sections as is the three branch wall light.
"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."