A North European ormolu and cut-glass chandelier, late 19th/early 20th century
A North European ormolu and cut-glass chandelier, late 19th/early 20th century
with sixteen lights, the stem with a vase issuing stylized leaf vegetation ; fitted for electricity
Height 52 in, diam. 40 in; Haut. 132 cm, diam. 102 cm
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Lustre en bronze doré et verre taillé, Europe du nord, fin du XIXe-début du XXe siècle
à seize bras de lumière, le fût sommé d'aigrettes ; monté à l'électricité
Height 52 in, diam. 40 in; Haut. 132 cm, diam. 102 cm
Condition Report:
This chandelier is an attractive model of impressive scale, wired for electricity, and is in good overall condition. Some icicle drops are lacking, mainly on the uppermost section and the primary corona, and a few drops have barely visible chips. Gilt bronze is a good colour with some slight rubbing and surface dust. The upper tier of nozzles previously but probably not originally with glass obelisks, and the hanging finial previously with an additional gilt bronze element hung with drops now lacking, and lacking one gilt bronze leaf.
"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."
Provenance:
Former collection of Evelyn Annenberg Hall, Christie's, New York, 17 May 2006, lot 384
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Ancienne collection Evelyn Annenberg Hall, Christie's, New York, 17 May 2006, lot 384
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A North European ormolu and cut-glass chandelier, late 19th/early 20th century
with sixteen lights, the stem with a vase issuing stylized leaf vegetation ; fitted for electricity
Height 52 in, diam. 40 in; Haut. 132 cm, diam. 102 cm
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Lustre en bronze doré et verre taillé, Europe du nord, fin du XIXe-début du XXe siècle
à seize bras de lumière, le fût sommé d'aigrettes ; monté à l'électricité
Height 52 in, diam. 40 in; Haut. 132 cm, diam. 102 cm
Condition Report:
This chandelier is an attractive model of impressive scale, wired for electricity, and is in good overall condition. Some icicle drops are lacking, mainly on the uppermost section and the primary corona, and a few drops have barely visible chips. Gilt bronze is a good colour with some slight rubbing and surface dust. The upper tier of nozzles previously but probably not originally with glass obelisks, and the hanging finial previously with an additional gilt bronze element hung with drops now lacking, and lacking one gilt bronze leaf.
"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."
Provenance:
Former collection of Evelyn Annenberg Hall, Christie's, New York, 17 May 2006, lot 384
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Ancienne collection Evelyn Annenberg Hall, Christie's, New York, 17 May 2006, lot 384
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