all with grapevine stems and arms, comprising: a large centerpiece with central glass bowl surrounded by six candle arms with detachable nozzles, with glass bowls to fit, by Macrae, 1863; a medium centerpiece with central glass bowl surrounded by three candle arms with detachable nozzles, by Elkington, 1870; and two smaller centerpieces with central glass bowls surrounded by three arms to take glass bowls (not present), by Macrae, 1869 and 1872, stamped GOLDSMITHS ALLIANCE / CORNHILL LONDON / LIMITED

all pieces lacquered and slight yellowing; as noted re. the missing glass bowls on the 2 smaller centerpieces; the medium centerpiece with branch broken off at top and needs to be reattached, and with some minor splits on a few grape clusters; minor chips to edges of the central cut-glass bowls on the largest and 2 smaller centerpiece bowls; otherwise good
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.