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Sat, Aug 1, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 884

Pair of Empire Style Figural Bronze Candelabra

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

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$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
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$10,000 $1,000
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French, probably late 19th century, pair of classical maidens supporting a gilt bronze cornucopia issuing six scrolled candle arms, raised on a stepped plinth base with gilt bronze wreath mounts, 37 in. , Provenance: Estate of Aubrey Hancock, Charleston, South Carolina

Condition

one candelabra with reinforced hardware to portion attaching the cornucopia to head (stripped threading), one maiden with repair and small abrasion to proper right arm, three candle arms with repairs, small repair to floral scroll on candle arm, one base with paint retouch (chipping) and other possible areas of retouch, both maidens missing implements (with associated implements), some light wear to gilt and patinated surfaces, other light wear 
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