Lot 132
  • 132

A pair of Regency 'whippet'-form parcel-gilt and cut class candelabra and a pair of 'whippet'-form parcel-gilt cut-glass candlesticks early 19th Century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • wood
  • overall height of lamps 25 1/2 in.; height of candlesticks 10 1/2 in.
  • 64.8 cm; 26.7 cm
The giltwood dogs at rest on a molded marble base, the scrolled candle arms with cut-glass nozzles hung with cut-glass chains. The candelabra now mounted as lamps.

Condition

Overall fair condition; candelabra fitted as lamps with later gilt-metal stem; the whippets in good condition with some small restorations; the candlesticks in fair condition; one whippet with large chip and loss to its proper right shoulder; small losses to gesso around stem; the marble bases all with some minor nicks and chips to edges with scratches and stains
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.