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A SET OF TWO FRENCH GILT-BRONZE THREE-LIGHT WALL-LIGHTS AFTER A MODEL BY CHARLES CRESSENT, CIRCA 1880 |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 54 cm ; height 21 1/4 in.
the three scrolling and leaf cast candle-arms terminating in foliate candle-nozzles and drip-pans centered by a parrot; (pierced for electricity)
Provenance
Sotheby's, New York, 3 October 2008, lot 113 (sold 21 250$)
Condition
The illustration is accurate. Good overall condition. The gilding is slightly tarnished. Drilled for electricity. A visible hole on an arm due to electricity, only visible when the sconce is low on a wall.
"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."