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Two matching Italian silver altar candlesticks, Venice, circa 1770 and possibly earlier
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 79.5cm., and 80cm., 30 ¼ and 30 ½ in. high
triform bases on lion paw supports, rising to vases with cast cherub’s masks below baluster sections and urn-shaped drip-pans, cast embossed and chased with scrolls and foliage in 17th century style, metal prickets, bases and vase sections marked MG two stars (Pazzi no. 286) and B G or C (Pazzi no. 81), 1758-1802, one drip-pan marked ZP (Pazzi no. 479) 1712-49, other drip-pan with illegible marks, loaded
Literature
Piero Pazzi, I punzone dell’argenteria veneta, 1992.
Condition
possible repairs along fluted corners of bases, normal dents, marks reasonably clear, general condition pretty good, wood inset with some losses, some corrosion to prickets
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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."