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A pair of George III silver candlesticks, Parker & Wakelin, London, 1760
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 30.5cm., 12in. high
- 33oz
gadroon bordered square bases, columnar stems rising to Corinthian capitals with detachable nozzles, engraved with the initials HC and a coat-of-arms, numbered 1 and 2, engraved with scratch weights respectively, '17=2' and '16=6'
Provenance
J. H. Bourdon-Smith, 1998
Condition
Maker's mark slightly worn on each, otherwise good marks and scratch weights, part-marked on nozzles, overall good, honest condition and nice slightly unusual pattern
"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 arms are probably those of Clifford impaling Buck, Bucks of Lincolnshire, or Gisby of Yorkshire.