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A Pair of German Silver Presentation Candelabra with the cypher of Grand Duke Louis of Hesse, E.L. Vietor, Darmstadt, circa 1890
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base rims
- Silver
- height 22 7/8 in.
- 58cm
in Renaissance style with winged caryatid feet, baluster stems applied with the Grand Ducal cypher above lion heads, openwork arms and rosette-decorated sconces, bases engraved with presentation inscription, weighted
Condition
one base wobbles slightly, otherwise good
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
The presentation inscription reads: Grand Duke of Hesse's Field Artillery Regiment No. 25 Dedicated to the most prized Officer Corps, in loyal devotion, by their old comrades-in-arms 6 April 1790 - 6 April 1890."