Lot 984
  • 984

A GROUP OF FIVE SPANISH CAST BRASS CANDLESTICKS, LATE 17TH AND EARLY 18TH CENTURY |

Estimate
250 - 350 USD
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Description

  • Height 8 in. by Diameter 5 ⅝ in.; 20.3 by 14.2 cm (largest)

Provenance

Joe Kindig Jr. & Son, York, Pennsylvania, December 1970;
Vogel Collection nos. 103, 249, and NVN29.
Matthew & Elisabeth Sharpe, Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, November 1989;
Vogel Collection no. 515.

Condition

68QTY Wear, oxidation and residue commensurate with age and use. There is an old 3/4" crack to the foot rim that has been resoldered. Height 8 in. by Diameter 5 ⅝ in.; 20.3 by 14.2 cm 68QV2 Height 8 in. by Depth 5 ⅜ in. 68QVR In overall fine condition. Wear commensurate with age and use. The candlelight is mounted with wire in a non-invasive manner, and it is lacking its bulb. Height 6 ½ by Diameter 4 ½ in.; 16.5 by 11.4 cm. 68QV3 Overall fine condition. Surface wear and light oxidation commensurate with age and use. Some losses to the lip of the candle nozzle, and a 3/4" x 1/4" loss to the candlecup, just beneath the upper rim. Height 6 ⅝ in. by Diameter 4 ⅞ in.
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.