- 640
A pair of Swedish Neoclassical style ormolu-mounted cobalt glass vases, a pair of Louis XVI style gilt bronze and white marble seven-light candelabra and a pair of Napoleon III gilt and patinated bronze six-light candelabra, now fitted as lamps second half 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marble, bronze
- height of tallest 28 1/2 in.
- 72.5 cm
Condition
Louis XVI style candelabra: With minor traces of surface dirt to gilding and some small chips to marble base, particularly at edges. In good condition.
Vases: One vase with repaired crack under ormolu covered upper edge, only visible from inside. Small chip nearby to glass. Ormolu with some small cracks, rubbing and traces of surface dirt. In otherwise good condition.
Napoleon III candelabra: Wired for electricity. Gilt bronze is with traces of oxidation and surface dirt. The bases emgraved '2038.' Some very minor chips to the edges of the marble. The central arm of one piece is now loose. In otherwise 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.