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A set of four George III silver table candlesticks, James Kirkby, Waterhouse & Co., Sheffield, 1814
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 33cm., 13in. high
with fluted shell and scroll decorated stems and bases, detachable nozzles, loaded
Provenance
Sir William Forbes, 7th Bt. (1773-1828)
Literature
Possibly those acquired from a Mr Gordon of Edinburgh on the 1 December 1818; 2 pairs of silver candlesticks, £34-0-0' NLS (Acc.4796/195)
Condition
Marks clear to rims of bases and drip-pans. All bases are intact although two feel lighter than others with one with loose sediment moving inside. Good condition overall.
"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."