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A pair of George III gilt and patinated bronze and white marble candelabra late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- BRONZE MARBLE
- 42cm. high; 1ft. 4½in.
in the form of a seated saty and satyress, each holding a flaming torch aloft, on circular white marble plinths
Condition
Good general condition. They could benefit from cleaning according to taste.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Several examples of saty and satyress candelabra are known and are discussed by Patricia Lemonnier, ` Meubles et objets d`art dans les ventes du 18eme', L`Estampille no. 183 July 1985, pp.54-58. A related pair was sold Sotheby`s London, Important French Furniture and Clocks, 15th June 1990, lot 11.