Lot 78
  • 78

AN ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL GILTWOOD, GILT METAL AND CUT AND COLORED GLASS EIGHT-LIGHT CHANDELIER GENOA, CIRCA 1800

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • giltwood, metal, glass
  • height 40 in.; diameter 36 in.
  • 101.5 cm; 91.5 cm

Condition

Large size and well designed. Drilled and wired for electricity, but we recommend having an electrician review the wiring before installation. Old wood worm damage to giltwood shaft as well as some small chips to gesso and rubbing to gilding. Some of the glass elements with chips and others replaced.
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.