Lot 247
  • 247

A gilt-bronze and patinated metal chandelier from the Baltic Exchange circa 1903

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • gilt-bronze and patinated metal
  • 410cm. total height, 234cm. height without stem, 74cm. height of bowl, 110cm. diameter; 13ft. 5¾in., 7ft. 8¼in., 2ft. 5¼in., 3ft. 3½in.
with four scallopshells above a rope twist stem suspending a four-blade anchor with chains supporting a scalloped and inverted bell shaped reservoir with four stylised sea horses flanked by seaweed motifs with an octopus finial

Provenance

The Exchange Hall, Baltic Exchange, London.

Literature

H. Barty-King, Baltic Exchange, 1744-1994: Baltic Coffee House to Baltic Exchange, London, 1994, illustrated  various examples on the cover and pp. 55, 78-79, 84, 90. 

Condition

This chandelier is in excellent condition. It is ready to be placed.
"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

see catalogue note for previous lot