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A LARGE LOUIS XIV STYLE GILT BRONZE AND BLUED STEEL SIX LIGHT FLOOR CANDELABRUM France, circa 1900
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze and steel
- height 7 ft. 5 in.
- 221 cm
on a molded Carrara marble base.
Condition
Overall in good condition. At one point drilled and wired for electricity, sockets installed in bobeches though wires do not appear currently present. Bronze with surface scratches, nicks, rubbing, discoloration and oxidation points throughout. Green and red discoloration on lower register, probably result of rubbing to gilding and environmental effects. The blued steel globe with scratches and abrasions. One fleur-de-lys has detached from the globe, and is currently held on with tape.
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.