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A Pair of Napoleon III silver-plated seven-light figural candelabra, Christofle, Paris, 1863-64 and 1868-69
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- marked on undersides and numbered 657162 and 465341
- height 25 1/2 in.
- 64.7 cm
the stepped circular bases raised on hoof feet headed by leopard heads linked by grapevine, and supporting fully modeled bacchic infants climbing twisted branch-form stems wrapped with grapevine and terminating in scroll branches topped by drip pans and sconces decorated with leaves and grapes.
Condition
lacking four removable nozzles, one candelabrum lacking three screws to underside, good condition overall
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
A candelabrum of this model was shown by Christofle at the 1851 Crystal Palace Exhibition in London, illustrated Henri Bouilhet, 150 Ans d'Orfèvrerie: Christofle, p. 67, fig. 4.