Lot 82
- 82
A pair of George IV gilt-bronze seven-light candelabra, in the manner of William Collins
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt-bronze
- 93cm. high, 53cm. wide; 3ft. ½in., 1ft. 9in.
each with seven scroll and cast anthemion branches, supported by three figures on a plinth bases
Condition
Decorative. Some associated elements. Some branches loose. These will need to be re-wired by a qualified electrician. Drilled for electricity. Some typical old marks and tarnishing to gilding.
"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
Finely worked acanthus-cast scrolled branches and lotus motifs relate to the output of William Collins. The quality of these elements and a boldly cast central stem, on the offered lot, are certainly the work of manufacturer of some note.