A PAIR OF REGENCY GILT AND PATINATED BRASS COLZA 'PATENT' LAMPS, CIRCA 1812, ATTRIBUTED TO SMETHURST AND PAUL
KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A PAIR OF REGENCY GILT AND PATINATED BRASS COLZA 'PATENT' LAMPS, CIRCA 1812, ATTRIBUTED TO SMETHURST AND PAUL
the bowl decorated with anthemions above scrolled brackets and arms, the tripod supports with lion masks and ring handles on lion paw feet and a triangular base, with contemporary painted paper shades
75cm. high; 2ft. 5½in.
Condition Report:
In country house condition. Gilt brass with areas of rubbing and losses to gilding, and generally the surface would benefit from a gentle clean according to taste. Arm of one lacking its anthemion scroll. The lamps have been adapted for electricity but will require professional re-wiring.
"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:
Probably supplied to Nathaniel Clements, 2nd Earl of Leitrim, KP PC (Ire) (1768-1854)
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KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A PAIR OF REGENCY GILT AND PATINATED BRASS COLZA 'PATENT' LAMPS, CIRCA 1812, ATTRIBUTED TO SMETHURST AND PAUL
the bowl decorated with anthemions above scrolled brackets and arms, the tripod supports with lion masks and ring handles on lion paw feet and a triangular base, with contemporary painted paper shades
75cm. high; 2ft. 5½in.
Condition Report:
In country house condition. Gilt brass with areas of rubbing and losses to gilding, and generally the surface would benefit from a gentle clean according to taste. Arm of one lacking its anthemion scroll. The lamps have been adapted for electricity but will require professional re-wiring.
"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:
Probably supplied to Nathaniel Clements, 2nd Earl of Leitrim, KP PC (Ire) (1768-1854)
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