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A PAIR OF ROCOCO STYLE GILT BRONZE THREE LIGHT WALL-APPLIQUES AFTER THE CELEBRATED MODEL BY NICOLAS PINEAU Paris, first half 19th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
- height 30 1/4 in.; width 17 in.
- 77 cm; 43 cm
Condition
Overall in good condition bbut with visible wear and staining to the mercury gilded surface.
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
Nicolas Pineau (1684-1754) was an influential ornemaniste and he incorporated this feature of a dragon in a drawing in his Nouveaux Desseins de Pieds de Tables, published by P.J. Mariette in 1734.