Lot 175

The date range for the chandelier may extend a little later than previously suggested (as now adjusted in the catalogue).

The chandelier presents very well. The gilding is generally very well preserved and clean, with some light wear on high points consistent with age and handling, and some light surface dirt and spots of oxidization.

There are a few minor defects to the casting of the stem, including slight fissures, some of which may be original to manufacture. There is no indication that any of these are unstable (all appear to be old) or affecting the structural integrity of the chandelier, nor are they visible at normal viewing with the chandelier suspended.

The chandelier appears to be in working order (all lights operate) but the condition of the electrical parts has not been assessed and should be inspected and tested by an electrician before connection to electricity supply.

(In preparing this condition report it has not been possible to closely inspect the uppermost parts of the chandelier but we do not believe there is any variation in condition at this level.)



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