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A French cut-glass and silvered bronze six light chandelier part Louis XV, mid 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- A Louis XV silvered-bronze, cut glass and crystal six-light chandelier
- cut glass, rock crystal
- 112 by 76cm., 44 by 30in.
with twelve branches issuing from a slender central shaft with faceted baluster elements, six branches with shaped drip-pans and hung with pear-shaped drops and with six further branches supporting spire ornaments similarly hung, with a rock crystal ball pendant below, later elements
Provenance
Christie's London, Important European Furniture, Sculpture and Carpets, 7th July 2005, lot 318
Condition
Generally in good condition. The frame is tarnished and could benefit from cleaning according to taste. Some replaced and later elements including rock crystal ball. Minor chips.
"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."