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A PAIR OF MOULDED, CARVED AND GILT OAK PORTE-TORCHÈRES, FOREIGN WORK, SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt oak
- Haut. 156,5 cm., diam. 56 cm. ; Height 61 1/2 in., diam. 22 in.
the top sustined by busts, on three foliate lion legs topped by mermaids
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate despite being a little bit too reddish. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. As stated in the catalogue, the pair of porte-torchères is regilt. There are some chips and rubbed areas to the gilding, revealing the red bowl and the white gesso underneath. Both constructions are firm.
"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."