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A William IV silver figural centerpiece candelabrum, William Elliott, London, 1832
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- marked throughout, the branches dot-numbered
- Silver
- height 24 5/8 in.
- 62.5cm
raised on three rocaille feet, the circular base embossed and chased with a border of oak leaves and acorns and engraved with arms and crest on one side, supporting fully-modeled figures of Bacchus and two female attendants playing instruments, the fluted stem topped by a removable openwork basket with a border of grapevine and three detachable fluted arms wrapped in flowering vine, flower-form urns
Condition
one foot with repairs, one foot pushed out, the figures are loose- bolts need to be tightened, one branch with some splitting below urn, the branches lacking a few leaves- doesn't detract from overall look, otherwise good condition
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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.