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A RUSSIAN CUT-GLASS AND BRASS CHANDELIER, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 111cm. high, 76cm. diameter, 43 3/4in., 30in.
with four coupled upscrolled candlearms attached to a cabochon ring, enclosing a blue glass compound baluster stem, overall with drop chains, topped with palmette corona
Condition
In overall good condition. Minor chips to obelisk finials and possibly with a few glass drop replacements, as expected. Brass would benefit from cleaning. Some glue residue from previous wiring.
"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."
Catalogue Note
COMPARATIVE LITERATURE
Sychev, I. The Russian Chandeliers: 1760-1830, P.V.B.R., 2003, p.39, fig.156; p.69, fig.339.
Sychev, I. The Russian Chandeliers: 1760-1830, P.V.B.R., 2003, p.39, fig.156; p.69, fig.339.