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Two matching Victorian silver-gilt figural four-light candelabra, Hunt & Roskell and successors, London, 1867 and 1890
Estimate
75,000 - 100,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- one fully marked for John Hunt & Robert Roskell, 1867, the other for Alfred Benson & Henry Hugh Webb, 1890
- Silver
- height 26 in.
- 66cm
three scroll feet supporting a triangular base, the front cartouche engraved with crest and motto, each with a fully-modeled standing putto, acanthus-capped stem and arms with applied grapevines and pendant grapes, screw-on urns and detachable nozzles
Condition
1890 candelabra missing two nozzles, otherwise good condition, nice, heavy weight
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.
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.