A PAIR OF CHAMPLEVE ENAMEL 'LOTUS' CANDLESTICKS QIANLONG MARKS AND PERIOD

each with a bell-shaped base supporting a drip pan with a galleried rim, rising to a knopped columnar neck and a smaller drip pan on top, fitted with a metal pricket, the exterior brightly enameled against the gilt ground with leafy strapwork of blooming lotus, variously divided by ruyi, floral scroll and lappet bands, encircled at the rims and feet by keyfret borders, the base incised with a four-character mark within a double square (2)

In good overall condition. The candlesticks would benefit from professional cleaning. Traces of a verdigris-type substance, as visible in the catalog image, possibly deposits from a cleaning material. The drip pans slightly lose. Rubbing and surface wear to gilding. Minor losses and flakes to enamels.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.