Lot 316
  • 316

A PAIR OF MURANO ENAMELLED AND GILT-AMBER GLASS CANDLESTICKS, SECOND QUARTER 20TH CENTURY |

Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description

together with two comports, a thistle shaped bowl and a further larger candlestick ensuite, one comport and the larger candlestick damaged and repaired, pair of candlesticks, 29cm. high; 11½in.

Literature

Total List of Amber Crystal [at Croft House], January 1933, '[3 of the] 5 Candlesticks with flowers  / 2 bon bon dishes / 1 centre bowl'

Condition

thistle shaped bowl 18.5cm. diameter; 7¼in. Decorative. The pair of candlesticks good. The thistle-form bowl good. Comport Fair. Enameled decoration with rubbing and with losses to gilding. The further Larger candlestick broken and repaired. The other comport damaged and with losses and crude repairs.
"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."