Guinea

/

Lot 370
  • 370

A Georgian style twelve-light cut-glass chandelier

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Glass, wire, wired for electricity
  • 97.5cm. high, 66cm. diameter; 3ft 2in., 2ft. 2in.
the central baluster stem having bowl hung with swags of drops and issuing scrolled finials, the middle cut glass bowl issuing twelve curved ā€˜S’ shaped candle arms ending in drip pans with drops having further canopy below terminating in chained ball finial and hung with drops

Condition

This chandelier is very decorative and has been constructed from various different elements. The lustres and drops are of various types and there are some losses and chips to them. One drip-pan cracked. Restored large chip to main bowl visible to underside.
"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."