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A Pair of Austrian Silver Biedermeier Candlesticks with Hanukah Lamp Attachment, Brunn, 1814
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- marked on both bases and Hanukah lamp top with town mark and control mark
- Silver
- height of sticks 9 1/4 in., height with Hanukah lamp top 14 3/4 in.
- 23.5, 37.4 cm
circular with beaded and laurel rims, applied with lion masks, vase-shaped sconces supported by openwork scrolls, the top with matching borders, centered by a lion mask within chased reeds
Condition
some overall wear, connecting piece probably replaced for stability, 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. 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
Susan Braunstein discusses German and Eastern European converter lamps in her catalogue of the Jewish Museum collection, and illustrates several (cat. no. 64, 316-318, 447-448); however, none of those have survived with the sticks and top by the same maker.