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A pair of gilt-bronze candelabra, in the manner of Jean-Charles Delafosse (1734-1789) Louis XVI, circa 1770
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-bronze
- each 34cm high; 1ft 1½in.
each with a ribbed stem centred by a flaming finial and issuing three scrolled candelarms cast with husks supporting drip-pans and fluted nozzles terminating in hoof feet, the socle cast with guilloche enclosing flowerheads, on an acanthus leaf cast base; formerly drilled for electricity, with later bobèches
Condition
A strong model in overall good condition. One of the candle-nozzels has been resolded to the drip-pan and would benefit from some further attention as the repair has been left ungilded. Very attractive detail to casting. The gilt bronze is slightly dirty and rubbed in places especially along the edge of the bases and would benefit froma light clean 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
Comparative Literature:
H. Ottomeyer/P. Proschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Vol. I, Munich, 1986, p. 186, figs. 393 and 394.
This superbly cast and chased pair of candelabra are virtually identical to a pair in the manner of Jean-Charles Delafosse (1734-1789), illustrated by Ottomeyer/Pröschel, op. cit., p.186, fig. 3.9.4., in the Jones Collection, 985-1882, Victoria and Albert Museum, London, reproduced here in fig.1. They are loosely based upon a design by Delafosse illustrated by the same author op. cit., p. 186, fig. 393.