Beschreibung:

A pair of Louis XVI gilt and patinated bronze four-light candelabra, circa 1780
each formed as a standing female figure holding a gilt-bronze partly fluted staff headed by a nozzle, the staff entwined with three snakes from which a nozzle issues, each raised on white marble bases96.5cm. high, 34cm. wide; 3ft. 2in. 1ft. 1⅜in.Condition reportIn overall good condition and ready to place. Generally with old marks, scuffs and scratches consistent with age and use. One leaf missing above the head of one snake. The edges of the marble with minor chipping as to be expected.
"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."ProvenanceAcquired from Mallett Antiques Ltd., London, November 1971.Catalogue noteThe present model is rare, with three serpents entwined around a staff supporting a single candle nozzle. Only one similar pair is recorded to date and it was sold from the collection of the American heiress and art collector Marquise de Ganay (born Anna Emily Ridgway) at her posthumous sale on 10 May 1922 (Galerie Georges Petit, lot 233).