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A pair of French gilt-bronze and marble candelabra early 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze marble
- 70cm. high; 2ft. 3½in.
in the manner of Claude Galle, each with a central light in the form of a trumpet flanked by foliage and scrolling branches ornamented with squirrels and cockerel motifs supported by a female classical figure on red griotte marble plinth ornamented with Egyptian caryatid figures, on a square plinth
Condition
These are both in good general condition. There is some characteristic wear to the gilding. The central branch is slightly bent on one. Impressive and highly decorative.
"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
The present candelabra are very similar in style to a set of four patinated and gilt- bronze candelabra attribued to Claude Galle (1759-1815) sold Sotheby`s London, Treasures Princely Taste, 4th July 2012, lot XXXVIII. The form of the classically dressed female figure with outstretched hands supporting the candle-branches is very similar to the present examples and also to those on a pair of candelabra known to have been supplied by Galle in 1807 for the Chambre de L`Impératrice at Fontainebleau, ( see Samoyault, Musée National du Chateau de Fontainebleau; Pendules et Bronzes d`ameublement entrés sous le Premier Empire, Paris, 1989, p.157, cat. 135.