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Paire de candélabres en bronze doré d'époque Empire, vers 1815, signée THOMIRE A PARIS
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- bronze
- Haut. 61 cm, larg. 28 cm
- Height 24 in; width 11 in
à six bras de lumière en col de cygne, s'échappant d'un fût rehaussé de feuilles d'eau, rosettes et palmettes, reposant sur un socle quadrangulaire orné de lyres et couronnes de laurier
Condition
Illustration is accurate. Very good overall condition despite the inevitable scratches and marks throughout the surfaces, consistent with age and handling. Tiny spots of oxidations and dust. Ready tp be displayed, attractive model.
"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
Une paire de candélabres identique, également signée de Pierre-Philippe Thomire, est reproduite dans H. Ottomeyer, P. Proschel et al., Vergoldete Bronzen, Munich, 1986, p. 393, 5.17.11. (l'illustration est inversée avec celle du 5.17.13).