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A Swedish Neoclassical cut glass-mounted ormolu ten-light chandelier circa 1800
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- bronze, steel, glass
- height 50 in.; diameter 35 in.
- 127 cm; 89 cm
Provenance
The Contents of a New York City Apartment on 5th Avenue Designed by Alberto Pinto, Sotheby's New York, 3 October 2008, lot 42.
Arne Schlesch, New York
Castle Torbenfeld, Denmark
Condition
Drilled and wired for electricity. Minor surface dirt. Some of the top fronds have been restored and resolded. Tarnish marks to the ormolu generally in some areas, such as the central corona and small coronas along the standard. Some rubbing to the gilding. Some losses to the drops. Some drops with chips, others replaced. 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.