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A French gilt-bronze forty light chandelier, in the manner of André-Charles Boulle, in Régence style, late 19th/early 20th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt-bronze
- 110cm. high, 100cm. wide; 3ft. 7 ½in., 3ft. 3 ½in.
with a vasiform upper section with female busts above a tier with S-scrolled candlearms above a further tier of eight arms issuing three further arms with a berried foliate finial; fitted for electricity
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner with Burg Marquartstein.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition.The colour of the gilding is less greenish more golden and attractive than in the catalogue photograph. The chandelier is slightly dirty and would benefit from a light clean according to taste. There is some minor rubbing in places to the gilt-bronze. There are some screw holes in the section above the finial as visible from the catalogue photograph.
"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."