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A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI GILT-BRONZE CANDLESTICKS AFTER A MODEL BY JEAN-DÉMOSTHÈNE DUGOURC, MOUNTED AS CANDELABRA CIRCA 1820 |
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 67 cm, larg. 33 cm ; height 26 1/3 in., width 13 in.
with five lights, the barrels each adorned with three female figures forming caryatids and supporting a vase of flowers, posing on a circular pedestal adorned with acanthus leaves
Condition
The photograph is quite accurate. Good overall condition. Very few stains and spots of oxidation, a little wear on the flat surfaces. One arm of light has been restored. Highly attractive model with beautiful chasing.
"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
The design for this celebrated model which was first recorded in 1783, has been attributed to the architect Jean-Démosthène Dugourc (1749-1825) in view of the design-reproduced here now in the Musée des Arts Decoratifs in Paris (GF 21 no. 38. 378), as it is included in an album of furniture designs delivered to both Madame Elisabeth and the comte de Provence and inscribed `Dessin par J.D.Dugourc, architecte et dessinateur Du Cabinet du Monsieur Frère du Roi, Paris, 1790'. It is also annotated, ` Executé par Gouthière, Siseleur doreur du Roy faubourg St. Martin' - the latter inscription has been challenged by academics as not being authentic. Dominique Daguerre was invoiced for this model on 26th June 1783 by Francois-Remond the fondeur-ciseleur, `Pour fonte, facon Et Dorure mate d'une pre de grands flambeaux à 4. figures. Et à guirlandes et fleur. Etc 1050 livres'. He mentions the model again in 1786 -`Pour fourniture d'une paire de grand flambeaux à quatre Cariathide dor mat 888 livres'. It may well have been the case that Daguerre owned the master model and Rémond carried out the casting gilding and chasing to his order.
There are various 18th and 19th century models of these candlesticks including a pair in the Wallace Collection (F174-5). Another in the Musée Carnavalet in Paris. Also see a set of four, with the comte de Vaudreuil provenance, sold from the Champalimaud Collection, 7th July, Christie's, London, 2005, lot 160.
There are various 18th and 19th century models of these candlesticks including a pair in the Wallace Collection (F174-5). Another in the Musée Carnavalet in Paris. Also see a set of four, with the comte de Vaudreuil provenance, sold from the Champalimaud Collection, 7th July, Christie's, London, 2005, lot 160.