A collection of tôle and brass table lamps, modern

comprising: three Regency style simulated tortoiseshell baluster form lamps (two with paper shades), two Empire style brass reeded candlesticks with pleated silk shades, a pair of Regency style red and gilt decorated tôle baluster lamps and matching shades and a single cast brass columnar lamp with Composite capital (8)

All will require re-wiring by a qualified electrician. All with old marks and scratches. And losses to some paintwork.The red and gilt pair will require new fixings and workshop attention, shades slightly mis-shapen. Shades with dirt and wear. A decorative high quality group with the kind of wear one would expect from heavy use, Empire style pair without shades 34.5cm. high Red tole pair including shades 50cm. high Single columnar lamp 49cm. high. Al measurements including catalogue measurement approximate.
"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."

The red and gilt decorated examples were acquired for the Library at Chatsworth by the Duchess and are illustrated there, The Duchess of Devonshire, Chatsworth, The House, London, 2002, p. 112 and 114-115.