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A garniture of three George IV patinated and gilt-bronze Colza lamps circa 1825, attributed to Messenger & Son
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- bronze glass
- largest 70cm. high, 44cm. wide; 2ft. 3½in., 1ft. 5½in.
comprising a twin branch lamp and a pair of lamps with a single branch ensuite, each with an oil reservoir in the form of an urn surmounted by a foliate corona, hung with drops and lustres, on a trefoil column ornamented with stylised dolphins and foliate scrolls, raised on a plinth, with glass shades, adapted for electricity
Condition
These are in good general condition and ready to place. minor chips and with some replaced drops. Adapted for electricty. Shades possibly later.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Although apparently un-stamped the present garniture relates closely to a pair of photophores, stamped Messenger & Son, sold Sotheby`s Important English Furniture, London, 20th November 2007, lot 5 strongly suggesting that it is by the same maker.
Thomas Messenger began as a maker of furniture mounts, but by 1826 had established himself as a lamp-maker with premises both in Birmingham and in London. A trade label (see illustration) circa 1835 indicates that, in partnership with his sons, he produced `Chandeliers, Tripods and lamps of Every description in bronze and ormolu.' Examples of his work can be seen in the Birmingham Art Gallery. Gasoliers by Messenger were exhibited at the International Exhibition of 1862 and the firm continued to flourish throughout the 19th century.