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A large George IV silver five-light candelabrum, Paul Storr for Storr & Mortimer., London, 1824
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- 69cm., 27 1/8 in. high
cast, the massive shaped circular base on six shell and scroll supports below richly decorated floral and foliate stem, detachable upper section with six fixed branches, complete with drip pans, sconces and crested nozzles, detachable flame finial unmarked
Provenance
Bonhams, London, 24 March 2005, lot 60
Condition
Traces of light gilding visible. The foot is detachable by three screws and is hallmarked for Paul Storr, London, 1825. Good clear marks to body and foot, the finial apparently unmarked. The finial does not screw in tightly. The casting is nice and crisp and the whole is of good gauge. Good overall condition.
"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."