Paire de flambeaux aux enfants en marbre blanc et bronze doré de la fin du XVIIIe siècle

le fût en forme de colonne ornée d'une frise de feuillages torsadés, sommé d'un chapiteau corinthien et flanqué d'un enfant ; la base ornée d'une frise de perles et de rais de coeur se terminant par des pieds en toupie

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable scratches and marks throughout due to age and handling. The gilding is very slightly tarnished as expected.
"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."

Nous connaissons plusieurs exemplaires de ce modèle de flambeaux aux enfants. Un modèle identique fut vendu chez Parke-Bernet à New York, le 17 novembre 1961, lot 208. Un même modèle fut également vendu chez Christie's à New York, le 24 mai 2001, lot 51. Seuls les pieds diffèrent de notre paire de flambeaux.