Lot 51
  • 51

A pair of silver-mounted shagreen candlesticks, probably Continental, circa 1910

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver, shagreen (hardnose skate)
  • height 9 1/2 in.
  • 24.2 cm
mounted with Adam-style rosettes, the base corners with dolphins, the stem wrapped with a serpent, leafy capitals below square drip pans

Provenance

Kenneth Neame, Ltd., London

Condition

one stick with shagreen faded; one with minor losses to shagreen at angles of base; the other with larger losses to shagreen along one base panel and at base of column, also with some shagreen peeling at angles of base and gapping along seam of column; one with a small loss to bottom of snake tail wrapped around the stick, otherwise the silver mounts in good 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.
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.