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GROUP OF FIVE DUTCH BRASS CANDLESTICKS, MID-17TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,800 - 4,500 USD
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Description
- brass
- Height of tallest 8 1/4 in.
Four of similar Heemskerk form, the other with a three-knob stem.
Provenance
The one marked 98.1.2d: John and Christiana Batdorf;
Thence by descent to Deborah Batdorf.
The one marked 2002.2.10d: Jonathan Trace, New York.
The one marked 200.6.5c: F.R. "Bud" Lear III;
Christie's, London, The Lear Collection of Socket Candlesticks, December 15, 1998, lot 61;
Jonathan Trace, New York.
The one marked 75.8.26: Jonathan Trace, New York.
Thence by descent to Deborah Batdorf.
The one marked 2002.2.10d: Jonathan Trace, New York.
The one marked 200.6.5c: F.R. "Bud" Lear III;
Christie's, London, The Lear Collection of Socket Candlesticks, December 15, 1998, lot 61;
Jonathan Trace, New York.
The one marked 75.8.26: Jonathan Trace, New York.
Condition
Usual scratches, dents, and nicks consistent with use and age. Rubbing to the brass with loss to some of the turning. Wax residue.
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.
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.