Marc du Plantier

en métal doré à trois lumières, le fût à pans facettés se prolongeant en trois enroulements à la partie supérieure, reposant sur deux disques enchâssant un motif en frise de roulement à billes ; large base circulaire

Commandé directement auprès de Marc du Plantier par le propriétaire actuel

Belle patine assez usée sur l'ensemble de la surface. Le haut du fût se séparant en trois parties accueillant trois ampoules dessoudée à la jonction de l'une d'elles. Plusieurs manques de dorure et d'apprêt le long du fut et sur une des volutes. Traces de peinture dorée à certains endroits. Plusieurs petits coups et rayures sur la base, l'ensemble d'usage. Nicely worn patina all over the surface. The uppert part of the shaft is separating in three parts, each one holding a bulb, one of these is broken and needs to be soldered. Many small lacks of gilt and gilt preparation along the shaft and larger one to one volute.Traces of gilded paint spreaded and scratches to the base, all commensurate with age.
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.