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Three large Victorian oxidised brass and steel telescopic floor lamps circa 1870, possibly to a design by Edward Middleton Barry
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- brass, steel
- each 122cm. high; 4ft.
the compound baluster stems pierced and cast with Mannerist style strapwork on four outscrolled legs cast with grotesque masks
Provenance
Probably commissioned by Hungerford Crewe, 3rd Baron Crewe (1812–1894) for Crewe Hall, Cheshire.
Literature
West Horsley Place, Surrey, Inventory, 1938, Vol. 2, p.118, in Lord Crewe’s Bedroom; A 4” high oxidised metal Italian style electric Floor Lamp with mask handles, 4 mask scroll feet, adjustable column, bulb and card shade. £12.
Condition
Country house condition. Will require re-wiring.
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"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."