Lot 596
  • 596

Five matching silver candlesticks, probably Dutch, early 18th century

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

  • SILVER
  • 18.5cm, 7in high
octagonal facetted, two with town marks double headed eage and illegible maker's mark, three maker's mark HV conjoined struck twice, also initialled H on underside

Provenance

Property from Schloss Anholt, Christie's Germany, 20-21 November 2001, lots 717 & 715A

Condition

Two with holes in the sconces, some overall wear commensurate with age, litte dents and scratches, generally reasonable condition and good 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. 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

Candlesticks to this model are recorded by Johannes du Vignon III, The Hague, 1717 see: Jet  Pijzel-Domisse, Haags goud en Zilver, The Hague, 2005, no. 20a.