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Archibald Knox
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Archibald Knox
- Pair of Tudric candlesticks, circa 1900
- pewter and enamel
- Height : 31 cm ; 12 1/4 in.
two candlesticks in pewter and enamel
One branded TUDRIC and numbered 0725, the other branded TUDRIC MADE IN ENGLAND and numbered 9 and 0725 on the underside
Retailed by Liberty & Co
One branded TUDRIC and numbered 0725, the other branded TUDRIC MADE IN ENGLAND and numbered 9 and 0725 on the underside
Retailed by Liberty & Co
Provenance
Geoffrey Diner Gallery, Washington
Alice Lawrence, U.S.A
Christie's, New York, The Modern age : The Collection of Alice Lawrence, November 5, 2008, lot 414
Galerie Philippe Denys, Brussels
Collection Jacques Grange, Paris
Alice Lawrence, U.S.A
Christie's, New York, The Modern age : The Collection of Alice Lawrence, November 5, 2008, lot 414
Galerie Philippe Denys, Brussels
Collection Jacques Grange, Paris
Literature
Adrian J. Tilbrook, The Designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, London, 1976, p. 102, fig. 79
Stephen A. Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, pp. 122 and 217 for similar examples
Stephen A. Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, pp. 122 and 217 for similar examples
Condition
Good overall condition.
Scattered surface scratches and very minute dents, more especially on the underside.
A few pitting of oxidation to the base of one candlestick.
Surface dirt and light tarnishing of the metal.
Paper labels and remnants of paper labels on the underside.
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"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."