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A pair of Empire gilt-bronze five-light candelabra circa 1815
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Gilt-bronze
- 57cm. high; 1ft. 10½in.
each with fluted and anthemion decorated baluster column on a cylinder base, the top issuing a central finial and five branches with candle holders and glass drip-pans
Provenance
Almost certainly supplied to Stéphanie, Princess de Beauharnais, Grand Duchess of Baden (1789-1860);
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
This attractive pair is in overall good original condition, with later glass drip pans. One bobeche missing. Please note that the dating for this pair of candelabra is circa 1825 and not circa 1815.
"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."