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An Italian bronze Hanukah lamp, 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- bronze
- length 8 1/4 in.
- 21cm
triangular backplate deeply cast with seated cherubs flanking a cartouche and female mask, topped by an urn of flowers, probably later rack of lamps
Provenance
Collection of Michael and Judy Steinhardt
Gifted by the above
Gifted by the above
Condition
good condition
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.
Catalogue Note
The backplate matches the center of a larger Hanukah lamp in the Salamon Collection, Hebraica, Documents d'Art Juif Orfèvrerie, Peinture, Préface de Henri Guttman, pl. XII.
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