The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Overall in good decorative condition. The ormolu with some minor wear, rubbing, tarnish, and areas of verdigris as to be expected. Some areas re-gilt. Some minor bends to the ormolu leaves. The porcelain flowers with some minor nicks, scratches, and fritting as to be expected. Some minor breaks and losses to some flower petals. Possibly lacking three flowers throughout. One with seven soft paste porcelain flowers, the other with seventeen soft paste porcelain flowers, the rest of the flowers hard paste porcelain. With associated fabric shades. The fabric shades with some minor wear and fading. Wired for electricity. Please note that Christie's does not guarantee the working order of electrical items.
11 in. (28 cm.) deep
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