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A pair of gilt-bronze-and Meissen porcelain-mounted candelabra Louis XV, mid 18th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain, gilt-bronze
- each 32m. high; 1ft. 1/2in.
allegorical of the Four Seasons, each mounted on a pierced scroll base supporting three candelarms and porcelain groups with four cherubs, the whole mounted with porcelain flowers;some losses
Provenance
Hôtel Drouot, 13th December 1912, lot 77
Galerie Charpentier,11th & 12th June 1959, lot 94, fig. XXVI
Sold in these Rooms, Alberto Bruni-Tedeschi Collection, 21st March 2007, lot 125.
Condition
Some very minor chips to the porcelain flowers and generally on the figural group. There are some minor losses eg fingers, bouquets. Overall in very 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."