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DescriptionA pair of Louis XIV style gilt-bronze three-light wall appliques
the bearded satyr mask in an oval medallion with gadrooned borders, from which issues three branches, drilled for electricity25cm. high; 9¾in.
Condition reportIn overall good condition, with minor old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. As mentioned in the main description, these are drilled for electricity. Sotheby's recommends the assistance of a professional for re-wiring. Minor tarnishing to one, especially to mask and branches in places. The ribbon above the medallion, the drip pans and nozzles associated.
The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance only. Any reference to condition in the condition report for the lot does not amount to a full description of condition. The images of the lot form part of the condition report for the lot. Certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot. In particular, the online images may represent colors and shades which are different to the lot's actual color and shades. The condition report for the lot may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the condition report for the lot or shown in the online images of the lot. The condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation. The condition report is a statement of opinion only. For that reason, the condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS ONLINE CONDITION REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE/BUSINESS APPLICABLE TO THE RESPECTIVE SALE.ProvenanceCollection Mrs. Antenor Patiño;
Sold Sotheby's Paris, Mobilier, Orfèvrerie et Tableaux Anciens provenant de L'ancienne Collection de Madame Antenor Patiño, 22 September 2010, lot 271.