Lot 169
  • 169

Paire de candélabres aux indiens en bronze patiné et doré d'époque Directoire

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description

  • bronze
  • Haut. 56 cm
  • Height 22 in
à deux lumières ; les enfants vêtus d'un pagne, avec les yeux émaillés et coiffés de plumes ; tenant dans chaque main un bras de lumière, reposant sur une base cylindrique évasée terminée par des pieds en griffe

Provenance

Vente Christie's à Monaco, le 5 décembre 1992, lot 87

Condition

Illustration is quite accurate, good model in fine condition. Fine chasing and gilding. Gilding with expected wear particularly to the flat surfaces. Will benefit a light cleaning. One minor crack to one branch. To recommend.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

Ce modèle correspond à un dessin de Jean-Simon Deverderie, conservé à la Bibliothèque Nationale de France. Deux paires de candélabres appartiennent au musée François Duesberg à Mons (reproduits dans Musée François Duesberg , Arts décoratifs 1775-1825, Bruxelles, 2004,  p. 60-61).