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Pair of Staffordshire enamel candlesticks, circa 1760
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- copper, enamel
- height of candlesticks 9 3/4 in.; height of caddy 4 1/2 in.
- 24.8 cm; 11.5 cm
the candlesticks with flower sprays on white ground, cobalt reserves edged and painted in gold, matching detachable nozzles. Together with a similar tea caddy with lakeside scene with fisherman and cows and floral sprays on white ground. 3 pieces.
Condition
both candlesticks with cracks to enamel, one with a few small areas of enamel loss and repairs, the other with larger areas of enamel loss and extensive repairs to nozzle, sconce and base of stem, base of stem has broken and requires new restoration to make it stable; the caddy with some small losses and cracks to enamel at angles and around mounts, glue residue around mounts, cover repainted
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.
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.