- 1011
A pair of Italian Empire ormolu and patinated bronze five-light candelabra, now mounted as lamps early 19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- patinated bronze, ormolu
- height of object 26 3/4 in.; height with fittings 38 3/4 in.
- 68 cm; 98.5 cm
the base with a crest and motto, Con Limpidezza, of the D'Adda Salvaterra family of Milan
Provenance
Marchese d'Adda Salvaterra
Condition
Drilled and wired for electricity. Bronze with some rubbing. Ormolu with some rubbing and wear mainly to base, surface dirt and light scratches.
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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.
Catalogue Note
The d'Adda, later d'Adda Salvaterra, was a patrician Milanese family whose members in the early eighteenth century were successful as wool merchants and later became involved in the military as active opponents of Habsburg rule. They were elevated to the rank of Marchese in 1682 by Emperor Leopold I. They became knights and barons in 1743, which is when they added Salvaterra to their name. The male line eventually ended in 1915.