- 953
A pair of French gilt-metal and painted tôle bouillotte lamps circa 1900
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Gilt metal
- each 67cm. high; 2ft. 2½in.
the green painted adjustable shades concealing three lights supported by three branches centred by an urn on a fluted column and raised on a pierced circular dish base
Literature
James Lees-Milne,Chatsworth, Derbyshire IX, Country Life, September 5, 1968, p. 553 illustrated in The Lower Library;
Simon Upton, Private Chatsworth, The World of Interiors, October 2001, p. 240;
The Duchess of Devonshire, Chatsworth -The House, London, 2002, p. 149 one illustrated in the Lower Library
Condition
One lamp is in good condition though the shade is slightly mishapen and has surface dirt and stains. The gilt bronze is tarnished and worn. The other lamp is in fair condition but the upright is loose fitting. The shade is worn and stained and the gilt bronze is tarnished and worn. This lamp has been drilled for electricity.
"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."