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A rare pair of Louis XVI five-branch ormolu wall lights, in the manner of Jean-Charles Delafosse circa 1775
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- height 19 in.; width 16 1/2 in.
- 48.5 cm; 42 cm
Condition
Both pieces drilled for electricity. Ormolu with rubbing, traces of oxidation and surface dirt. One piece lacking one drip plate, five all together. In otherwise good overall condition.
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
A three-branch version of this lot in the Musée du Louvre is illustrated in Hans Ottomeyer, Peter Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Vol. I, Munich, 1986, p. 186, fig. 3.9.2. A two-branch version of these wall appliques is in the Residenz in Munich.