63053: A Pair of French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronz
A Pair of French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronze and Marble Torchière Mounted as Lamps, 19th century 22 x 14 inches (55.9 x 35.6 cm) (each) Property from the Collection of R. Douglas Houser, Dallas, Texas Doug Houser, a long-term resident of Dallas, has an eye for excellence and a passion for the fine things in life. Over an intensive period of 3 years, with input from one of Dallas’ most sophisticated interior designers, Sherry Hayslip, Doug traveled with a mission – to decorate his Beaux Art inspired Turtle Creek home with the finest examples of fin-de-siècle design. From 2002 to 2005, he visited Paris, Lyons, Rome, Florence, Bueno Aires, and other destinations, searching for extraordinary furniture and decorative arts, many of which are featured within this catalogue. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Candlesticks or candelabra later converted into electric lamps. Light wear indicate of age and use, including nicks to the edges of the marble bases and dulling, toning, and rubbing to gilt bronze elements. Heritage Auctions does not guarantee the completeness or working order of electrified lighting.
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A Pair of French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronze and Marble Torchière Mounted as Lamps, 19th century 22 x 14 inches (55.9 x 35.6 cm) (each) Property from the Collection of R. Douglas Houser, Dallas, Texas Doug Houser, a long-term resident of Dallas, has an eye for excellence and a passion for the fine things in life. Over an intensive period of 3 years, with input from one of Dallas’ most sophisticated interior designers, Sherry Hayslip, Doug traveled with a mission – to decorate his Beaux Art inspired Turtle Creek home with the finest examples of fin-de-siècle design. From 2002 to 2005, he visited Paris, Lyons, Rome, Florence, Bueno Aires, and other destinations, searching for extraordinary furniture and decorative arts, many of which are featured within this catalogue. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Candlesticks or candelabra later converted into electric lamps. Light wear indicate of age and use, including nicks to the edges of the marble bases and dulling, toning, and rubbing to gilt bronze elements. Heritage Auctions does not guarantee the completeness or working order of electrified lighting.
Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"
