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Jean-François-Théodore Gechter
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- eighteen light chandelier, circa 1850
- bronze
- approximately 120 x 107 x 107 cm. (47 ¼ x 42 x 42 in.)
executed in Paris
patinated bronze
patinated bronze
Literature
Ex. Cat. Un age d'or des arts décoratifs 1814-1848, Galeries nationales du Grand Palais, Paris, 10 October - 30 December 1991, pp. 483, showing the Garniture de Cheminée Combat de Charles Martel et d'Abdérame with exact comparable decorative motifs
Pierre Kjelberg, Bronzes of the 19th century, Atglen, 1994, pp. 355-6, for more information on the maker
Pierre Kjelberg, Bronzes of the 19th century, Atglen, 1994, pp. 355-6, for more information on the maker
Condition
Overall in good condition and formerly fitted for electricity. The bronze patina has some minor variation in keeping with the catalogue image. Sotheby's advises using a professional when attempting any electrical undertaking. Otherwise ready to place.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Jean Francois Théodore Gechter (1796 – 1844) exhibited at the Paris Salon from 1827 to 1844, becoming a Chevalier of the Légion d'Honneur in 1837. His most celebrated composition is the Garniture de Cheminée cast by Nicolas-Germain Charpentier known as Combat de Charles Martel et d’Abdérame which bears very close similarities to the present lot. A model of this garniture is currently in the permanent collection of the départemenet des objet d’art at the Musée des Louvres, Paris. (OA 11337-11339)