Lot 72
- 72
A set of four Louis XVI style gilt-bronze five-light wall sconces
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Gilt-bronze
- 95cm. high, 46cm. wide; 3ft. 1½in., 1ft. 6in.
each with a lyre form back plate supporting a mask amongst foliage issuing leaf cast and scrolled branches
Literature
One illustrated, John Goodall, ‘Regency Revival’, Country Life, London, 10 February 2010, p. 63
Condition
Will require re-wiring by a qualified electrician. One mask replaced with substitute rosette. Some elements loose. Impressive.
For additional images and a quote for de-installation please email kate.eskdale@laitexier.com
"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."