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Two George III Matching Silver Table Candlesticks and Two-light Candelabra Tops, John Scofield, London / John Edwards, London, 1785-95
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
candlesticks marked on base rims, one by John Scofield, 1785, the other by John Edwards II, 1795, the branches fully marked on staves and with lion passant on sconces, by John Scofield, 1789, the nozzles by John Scofield, circa 1789
- Silver
- height 16 1/2 in.
- 41.9cm
the candlesticks on circular spreading bases chased with radiating gadroons rising to conforming attenuated stems and vase form sconces, the detachable branches with central finial and two scrolling leaf-capped branches surmounted by fixed drip pans and sconces, removable nozzles, central finial and nozzles crested, Together with two similar nozzles for candlesticks, one with maker's mark IG& Co., lion passant and tax mark, the other by Richard Hodd & Richard Hodd, London, 1896
Condition
scofield stick with ding to stem, Edwards stick starting to split at base fo stem, otehrwise good 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.