An Italian gilt-bronze, gilded and ivory painted tôle, gilded iron and cut-glass chandelier, Genoese first quarter 19th century

with a foliate corona and a band of acanthus interposed by flowerheads suspending pear shaped drops above a band of berried laurel leaves intersected by four arrowheads suspending swags of needle-shaped drops and beads with a central berried laurel band supporting twenty-four scrolled candle-arms with a facetted pear shaped finial, the whole hung with beads and drops; some drops replaced

This chandelier of impressive scale is in very good conserved condition. The bronze drip pans have been drilled for previous electrical fittings. Tole parts have been regilt and ivory painted section refreshed; some drops replaced.
"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.
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