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Lot 12
A pair of French gilt metal nine light wall appliques in Louis XV style, late 19th century, the scrolling acanthus branches issuing from rocaille cast backplates each centred by a seated putto holding wine goblets and grapes respectively, approx. 60cm x 56cm x 38cm Please note: these wall appliques are gilt metal, not gilt bronze as stated in the printed catalogue Condition Report: The wall lights bear the usual minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use.The gilding is a little rubbed and worn in places, and it is quite inconsistent, suggesting parts may have been re-gilt. One of the arms has broken off, but is present. Another has been repaired (circa 2cm across the top). One of the sconces has a vertical crack, and there is some further shorter cracking throughout the thinner elements and foliage. There are also fine hairline fissures across the putti's necks, though these may be due to casting. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 132
A French gilt bronze and frosted glass electrolier, late 19th century, with downcast foliate scrolled arms terminating in bell shades and issuing around a central stem cast with foliate and swagged cartouches inset with frosted glass panes moulded with trophies, approximately 140cm high, 105cm wideCondition Report: The chandelier bears the minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use, and the gilding is a little rubbed and there are some losses to the gilt finish especially to the upright stems of the frame. One of the festoons between the branches and body has broken in two. Both parts are present, but this would require attention. One leaf has broken off from one of the branches. This is present and sold with the lot. Some of the metal elements are a little bent, especially the laurel swags to the top of the frame. The frosted finish on the glass cabochons is a little scratched.Minor nibbling and one or two tiny shallow chips to the glass shades, but these are overall in fair condition.Sold as a decorative item, please have tested by a certified electrician prior to use.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 147
Two simulated bronze models of Oliver Goldsmith and Edmund Burke after J. H. Foley RA (1818-1874), by Genesis Fine Arts, modern, portrayed standing, stamped to square socles, from an edition of /1000, 51 and 50cm high respectivelyCondition Report: Very minor marks, knocks scuffs but overall in perfectly presentable shape, as is to be expected from the models' relative lack of ageCondition Report Disclaimer
Lot 154
λ Camilla le May (British, 1973), a patinated bronze model of Sefton, the horse naturalistically modelled, inscribed SEFTON and Camille le May edition 3/20 to the maquette, 32cm high, 39.5cm wide overall including black slate baseCondition Report: Glossy and even patination. The bronze is loosely modelled and any irregularities are as a result of this textured design. Very minor nibbling to edges of the base.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 164
A French gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock, mid-19th century, the eight-day countwheel bell striking movement with stamped oval GARDIEN, PARIS trademark to backplate, set within a patinated bronze sphere applied with gilt Roman numerals and with serpent hands beneath surmount cast as a young seated Bacchus, on fluted socle base adorned with fruiting vine leaves and rococo scrolls, 36cm highCondition Report: Movement is complete and in working condition although a service/clean is advised. The case is a little dull/dirty in places and has light edge wear to finishes otherwise is in good overall condition.Clock is complete with pendulum and winding key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 166
A substantial gilt bronze twenty-five light chandelier in Louis XV taste, circa 1900, the arms arranged in two tiers surrounding a frame cast with rocaille, foliage and putti overall, approximately 100cm high, circa 107cm wideCondition Report: Marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use, and the gilt surface is a little pitted and rubbed overall. One putto has a drilled circular aperture to the rear, this putto is also no longer holding his foliate bell, which is sold with the lot and can presumably be easily reattached. The finger once suspending bell is slightly damaged.The putti are variously scuffed and have light marks, possibly paint marks, to their hair and torsos.The frame is fitted with a wood plate to conceal the wiring inside.There are some losses and inconsistencies to the gilding, including to the extended wrists of the putti on the upper tier, where there are darker bands. Possibly they are lacking an ornament or bracelet of sorts. Sold as a decorative item, please have tested by a certified electrician prior to use. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 170
A French Sevres-style porcelain and gilt bronze mounted twin-handled pedestal centrepiece, second half 19th century, of navette form, the pink ground lustrous body painted with figural scenes in the style of Boucher, depicting a fishing amorino and a reclining maiden respectively, mounted with twin caryatid handles, the body signed A. Collot, approximately 46cm highCondition Report: Cracked and restored to the bowl, glue residue to one of the mounts.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 196
A pair of Charles X gilt bronze three light wall appliques, circa 1820, the reeded nozzles above drip pans cast with petals, raised on scrolled branches cast with acanthus and flowerheads, issuing from a conforming openwork backplate cast with central rosette, 28cm high, 25cm wide, 16cm protuberanceCondition Report: Later drilled and (externally) wired for electricity, also possibly later drill holes for mounts to top and bottom.One of the lights is lacking drip pans. Small restored crack to one of the upper scrolls on one branch, and another to one of the foliate ornaments below another. The gilding is slightly rubbed overall and may at one point have been refreshed, and there are the usual minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use.Overall these are in perfectly presentable condition.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 207
A pair of French ebonised and gilt bronze mounted pedestals, late 19th/early 20th century, of columnar form applied with swags of flowers, stepped bases, each 110cm high, 37cm diameterCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use,Old splits and cracks, rubbing and wear, through to underlying timber in places, Gilding appears fresh and recent overall, Overall both standing solid and stable#These are constructed of ebonised wood Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 230
An impressive Napoleon III French figural ormolu mantel clock- Lerolle Frères, circa 1875, the eight-day two train bell striking movement stamped LEROLLE F..., PARIS, 138, AH, to backplate, the case depicting Minerva depicted standing supporting a shield surmounted by her attendant owl, the shield incorporating the clock dial with enamel cartouche Roman numerals, the foliate decorated gadroon moulded base with reclining figure of Ceres or Fortuna and palmette apron panel flanked by scrolling feet, approximately 70.5cm high, 50cm wideA very similar clock numbered 92 was sold at Sotheby's New York, Lot 319, 22 October 2008 for £9,954 (inc. premium). The important firm of bronziers and sculptors Lerolle Freres was founded in 1836 when Louis Lerolle passed on the business to his two sons. They exhibited ornamental clocks, garnitures, chandeliers and candelabras, predominantly gilt-bronze or silvered, at most of the international exhibitions held during the second half of the 19th century including London 1851, New York 1853, and Paris 1855 (where the firm obtained a médaille de 1re classe). In 1862, Lerolle participated in the Exposition des Beaux Arts Appliqués à l'Industrie and the same year were manufacturing bronzes for the Maison S.A.I. le Prince Napoléon, and the l'Hôtel de la Commission Française. Condition Report: Movement is complete and in working condition although a clean/service is advised. The dial has noticeable hairline cracks to the V numeral and lesser not so noticeable cracks to the VII and VIII numerals otherwise appears free from significant damage. The case has overall light rubbing to high spots to the front (commensurate with years of dusting!) the rear has very little wear/rubbing to gilding. Otherwise clock is in fine original condition.Clock is complete with pendulum and winding key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 233
A pair of French gilt bronze six branch wall appliques, third quarter 19th century and later adapted, each with beaded and scroll arms rising from a central torchere supporting a further raised sconce, issuing from foliate and pilaster backplates with fircone finials, stamped with serial numbers 3546 to the rear, 40cm high overall, 39cm wide, 33cm protuberance
Lot 235
A French Fleur de Pecher and gilt bronze mounted columnar pedestal, late 19th/early 20th century, the composite order capital above a column encircled with a band of foliage, descending to a square section plinth, 145cm highCondition Report: Minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age.There is a restored chip to the upper section of the plinth, and two of the corners of the base are chipped.One of the small vertical acanthus leaves on the capital is missing.One or two filled cracks to stem.Overall, in perfectly presentable condition.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 254
A mahogany breakfast table, mid-19th century and later, the circular tilt top with a gilt bronze border, on a bulbous stem with downswept legs, 76cm hig,h 168cm diameter Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use,The lock catch is securing the table top at time of report, The underside has all been cleaned and stained, The bronze border has been polished, some discolouration and some deposits to the recesses The top has been polished, and has a glossy appearance overall, there are old marks and stains to the top there are also some filled splits and cracks to the top tooSome other old splits and repairs to the feet near the castors and some elements of the pillarThis tables appears to have had professional restoration work previouslyCondition Report Disclaimer
Lot 280
A gilt bronze hall lantern in Renaissance Revival taste, later 19th century, the ovoid frame cast with lambrequins, helmeted soldiers and an openwork gallery with shells and scrolls, inset with bowed frosted glass panes, approximately 150cm high overallCondition Report: The lantern bears the usual minor marks, knocks, scuffs and scratches overall consistent with age and use. One of the soldiers' swords has broken off and is missing.The lot also has a terminal, not pictured, which is currently detached.The frosted glass panes are held in place with some more recent fitments to the interior, and are possibly associated.Aside from some rubbing to exposed extremities, and one bright verdigris area of oxidisation to the interior (circa 1x2cm) the gilding is relatively even though there is light coloured residue in the recesses, dust or possibly polish. The lot would benefit from a gentle clean.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 29
A French gilt bronze Bacchic figural group, late 19th century, with two dancing nymphs and a satyr, with impressed mark for Jules Graux Foundry to the socle, 68.5cm high; presented on a later fluted variegated grey and white marble column, 117cm highCondition Report: The sculpture has a significant damage to the upper left arm of the central maiden, exposing some of the inner structure of the sculpture. She also has noticeable dents to the left knee, wrist and fingers.The smaller maiden is also scuffed near the hand of the central maiden, and has fissures surrounding the neck, possibly a restoration. The gilding to the infant satyr is scuffed to his tummy and thigh.There is a circa 3-5cm chip to the front edge of the pilaster base. and sections of the pedestal have been replaced with different cuts of marble. Including circa 15cm wide section to the right side of the base, and another to the top. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 327
A pair of impressive gilt bronze chandeliers in Rococo Revival style, early 20th century, each with ribbon tied medallion finials above moulded supports, descending to an upper tier of branches cast with caryatids supporting twist-fluted quivers issuing foliate and berried fitments, above a further tier of conforming foliate cast branches, with fir cone terminals, approximately 230cm high (2)Condition Report: These chandeliers are currently not fully assembled and have not been removed from or inspected outside of their present crating. They are offered with an assortment of additional branches, terminals and other elements, with which the chandeliers can be expanded. Buyers are encouraged to satisfy themselves as to the composition and completeness of these items. The elements visible in the current arrangement each bear marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use. One is a slightly different shade of gilt, and may have been refreshed. On both occasions, the gilding looks quite bright and relatively recent, and in some areas there is a slightly darker, almost lacquered finish. Each has losses, inconsistencies and marks to the gilt surface, including areas of verdigris oxidisation to some of the foliage, branches and recesses (particularly to the arrows). The casting is at times a bit inconsistent, and as a result there are various shallow surface dents, hairline fissures and on occasion particularly to the maidens' arms, possible areas of repair or evening out.These chandeliers are quite dusty overall and would benefit from being cleaned. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 360
A Napoleon III gilt bronze and Sevres-style porcelain nine light chandelier, third quarter 19th century, in Louis XV style, the beaded and twist-fluted chains descending to a frame cast with scrolling foliage, issuing around a pink ground ovoid urn, previously an oil reservoir, approximately 100cm highCondition Report: Possible restoration to bottom of porcelain. The suspended finial near the top may have been reattached at one point, as shows adhesive marks. Sconces later drilled. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 367
A pair of French porphyritic stone and gilt bronze mounted pedestal columns, 20th century, in the Corinthian order, each with revolving square top above a cylindrical stem and stepped base, 101cm high, the tops 23cm square (2) Please note: the description for this lot is incorrect in the printed catalogue, but it is correct on the online platformsCondition Report: The gilding is quite bright and may be relatively fresh.The stone is naturally variegated, which accounts for colour differences throughout, however there is an area of circa 8cm to the lower portion of one column which may have some filling.There is some plaster like residue visible where column capitals have been attached, but this is likely the result of the manufacturing process. One or two miniscule chips to corners and edges but overall these are in presentable condition.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 372
A pair of Napoleon III gilt bronze and clear glass trumpet vases, late 19th century, the flared and moulded bodies mounted to foliate cast paw feet, 34cm high; a cut glass and gilt metal mounted pedestal bowl, of navette form, 40cm long; and a French gilt metal Rococo Revival centrepiece, cast with bows and flowers overall, 31cm wideCondition Report: Overall, aside from usual minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use, no areas of damage have been detected.The gilding to the trumpet vases looks like it may have been refreshed, and the surface of the jardiniere is a little worn and stained in places.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 383
A substantial French patinated and parcel gilt bronze figural floor lamp, circa 1900, modelled as an amorino holding aloft a torch terminating in a fruiting and foliate cast light basket, on a rouge griotte marble base, 151cm high; presented on a later green painted and gilded stand, 42cm highCondition Report: Marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use.The patination is slightly variegated between dark brown (near black) and more chocolate brown areas.The basket light fitment has been completely re-gilt, and there is some radial movement between the lights and the basket itself.There are joins visible between sections of the drapery, and not all are perfectly aligned, so there is a little gap between the drape on the shoulder.There is a little scuffed area to the front of the hair, possibly a shallow dent.Two or three short sections of grey filler to marble base, though this is barely visible in the naturally variegated stone. The associated plinth is a little marked and scuffed, and has two horizontal splits to the top though it is overall completely stable.Please have the item teste by a certified electrician prior to use. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 393
A French gilt bronze five branch figural wall light, late 19th century, modelled as an amorino holding aloft five scrolling foliate cast branches terminating in urn nozzles cast with further foliage and rocaille, 46cm high, 38cm wide, 55cm protuberance; and three various ormolu light fitments, 19th century, to include a Napoleon III single sconce wall light, another twin light wall applique, and a five light fitmentCondition Report: Amorino missing one wingCondition Report Disclaimer
Lot 398
A set of eight pairs of gilt bronze curtain holdbacks by Beardmore, modern in the Neo-Classical taste, each 16.5 high, 18cm deep Condition Report: Overall these are basically fine, as is to be expected from their relative lack of age. A handful of them have short casting fissures to surface (not deep, and entirely stable), or dark brown surface marks where there is loss of gilding. One or two of the trophy mounts have some radial movement but all are present.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 411
A French onyx and gilt bronze mounted centrepiece tazza, second half 19th century, in the manner of works by Emile Cornu, the dish cast with a beaded rim and raised on a waisted socle and square section base cast with lambrequins and outscrolled feet, 41cm high, 21cm diameterPlease note: the measurements for this lot are 21cm high, 41cm diameter, and not as stated in the printed catalogueCondition Report: The onyx has natural veins and occlusions, and any irregularities appear to be naturally occurring within the stone and are smooth to the touch. The dish and mounts, aside from a handful of minor marks and scuffs, are in perfectly presentable condition overall.Please note: the measurements for this lot are 21cm high, 41cm diameter, and not as stated in the printed catalogue Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 412
A late 19th century French white marble, ormolu and bronze mounted mantel clock, Raingo Frères, with eight-day bell striking movement with outside countwheel, stamped for the maker and serial numbered 2707 to the backplate, with white enamel Roman numeral dial, the case surmounted by two cherubs, the case identically serial numbered, 42cm highCondition Report: The movement will run but the strike train is not operating correctly hence requires attention. Otherwise mechanism appears complete and in serviceable condition. The dial is lacking its brass ferrule insert for the right hand winding hole otherwise appears free from damage. The marble top panel of the case (beneath the bronze surmount) has a front-to-back crack otherwise case is in good condition with faults limited to some localised discolouration to the mounts in places. Although gilding is 'bright' it appears to be the original surface.Clock is complete with pendulum and winding key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 419
A French gilt bronze twelve light chandelier in Louis XV style, last quarter 19th century, the sconces cast with rocaille and flowerheads, raised on scrolling acanthus cast arms issuing from a stem cast with knops, openwork quatrefoils and a toupie terminal, 88cm high, 55cm wideCondition Report: Later (externally) wired and drilled. One of the arms sits lower than the others, though it appears stable. Gilding is a little scuffed and marked in places, including where the external wires are attached, but overall the chandelier is in a perfectly presentable state.The ceiling rose is associated.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 42
A pair of French gilt bronze Rococo Revival three-branch candelabra, circa 1850 and later adapted, cast with scrolling foliage and rocaille overall, each centred by a raised stem with flambeau finial, 97cm high, 38cm widePlease note the shades illustrated in the catalogue and the original online listings were incorrect, they are correctly sold with lot 300 and not with these lampsCondition Report: Minor marks knocks scuffs overall consistent with age. Likely re-gilt overall, one of the tops of the lampshade stems has a break. Lampshade stems may be associated. Later externally wired and sockets drilled.Please note that these are sold with cream shades and not as illustrated in the catalogue. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 421
A Napoleon III Rouge Royal and gilt bronze mounted centrepiece stand, circa 1870, the circular upper tier supported by seated mermaids and cast with festoons, above a further cartouche form tier raised on a rocaille base, 18cm high, 44cm wideCondition Report: Some movement between upper and lower tier which may need stabilising, elements possibly lacking (empty drilled holes to hair of seated mermaids). Minor marks, knocks, scuffs. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 422
A late 19th century French ormolu and patinated bronze clock in the Louis XV style, Raingo Frères and Defreville, the case of ornate scrolling form with addorsed Bacchic cherubs flanking white enamel dial inscribed Raingo Frères Paris, twin train movement striking on a bell, movement with circular Raingo stamp, case, movement and pendulum numbered 1175, inscribed Defreville to the underside, 75cms wide, 52cms high. Although apparently unsigned the design of the clock is in the manner of one of Defreville's leading designers and bronze fondeurs Henri Picard (fl. 1831-1864).Condition Report: The movement is complete and in working condition although a service/clean is advised. The dial has a repaired chip to the right hand winding hole a light surface scratch to the centre otherwise is in good condition. Case is in good condition with minimal discolouration.Clock is complete with pendulum and winding key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 427
A set of seven French gilt bronze wall appliques in Louis XVI style, 20th century, each with two S-scroll branches issuing from a backplate cast with a central ram's mask, 34cms high, 40cms wide Please note: these lights are likely 20th century in date Condition Report: Marks knocks and scuffs overall, including paint marks and splatter primarily to backs, sides and sconces, which would require attention. Possibly regilt, and one has markedly darker finish. One with loss of gilding to terminal.Later wired for electricity. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 433
A Rococo Revival gilt and patinated bronze four branch chandelier, late 19th/early 20th century, in Louis XVI style, each arm issuing twin lights centred by an amorino caryatid, issuing from an openwork foliate canopy with a frosted flambeau shade within, circa 100cm highCondition Report: Usual minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use.Some losses to the gilding, and the matte black patina of the cherubs is quite scratched and worn.The frosted shade is nibbled to the rim, where it attaches to the frame.Please have tested by a certified electrician prior to use.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 52
A pair of French gilt bronze and white marble mounted chenets in Louis XVI style, possibly by Bouhon et Cie, late 19th century, each with a festooned Neoclassical urn cast with twin scrolled handles, berried finial and cavorting putti in relief, the elongated bases cast with further recessed relief panels, fruiting vine, lambrequins and a further, smaller urn, on toupie feet, 62cm high, 47cm wide, 20cm deepThis model was produced by the Parisian foundry of the Bouhon freres during the later 19th century. A pair of identical design save for the toleware base of the urn was sold at Christie's London, the Opulent Eye, 15 March 2012, lot 142Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use, the gilt surface with rubbing and wear and some areas of discolouration, both with a drilled hole half way across the platform - these probably had a billet-bar fitted previously, they are slightly un-steady at present and would have benefited from this additional support Marble with some chips and losses and some staining, some colour variation due to being a natural product, one with an indentation to one sidePlease see additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 76
A French gilt bronze and glazed hall lantern in Louis XIV 'Versailles' style, late 19th century and later refitted, the inverted baluster frame inset with graduated panels and surmounted with a coronet finial, the glass bevelled, 84cm high, 33cm wideCondition Report: Usual minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use, and there are minor areas of verdigris overall, which could presumably be cleaned. The gilding is a little rubbed to the exposed extremities. There is some radial movement between the rosettes and the frame, though they are stable. One or two panes of glass are a little loose in their frames though at the time of this report all panes are present and intact.Overall this light is well-preserved and in perfectly presentable condition. Please have the light tested by a certified electrician prior to use, it is sold as a decorative item.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 82
A late 19th century French ormolu figural "chariot" mantel clock after the model by Frédéric-Eugène Piat, the eight-day countwheel bell striking movement stamped indistinctly *R *501, with slender white enamel Roman numeral chapter ring forming the rim of a six-spoke chariot wheel of the case "Chérubins assis dans un char tiré par un tigre", modelled as a Bacchic scene with seated satyr in leopard drawn chariot, attended by three putti, over a naturalistic scroll cast base signed "E Piat", the whole resting on conforming scroll mounted ebonised base, the case with Arrow foundry mark to underside of satyr's foot and stamped indistinctly also to interior of rear case door, 60cms high, 78.5cms wide. Frédéric-Eugène Piat (1827-1903) was artistic director of the Maison Marchand producing designs primarily in bronze for clocks, fireplace furniture, sculpture and fountains. Perhaps his most famous creation- in association with Maison Millet Paris- was the "Grande Horloge"- a monumental clock in ormolu, bronze and Carrara marble standing 270cms high. The Saint-Loup museum of fine arts in Troyes, Champagne-Ardenne, holds the largest collection of his artwork and designs. Condition Report: Movement is compete and in working order although a precautionary service/clean is advised. The chapter ring has probably become detached and has been re-attached using superglue with some adhesive fingerprints being left on the the enamel surface otherwise ring appears undamaged. The hands are probably replacements. The case is in fine condition with minimal wear/discolouration.Clock is complete with a pendulum and winding key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 86
A substantial French gilt bronze and cut glass twenty-four light chandelier in Louis XV style, third quarter 19th century and later adapted, the cage frame and scrolling branches cast with foliage and rocaille, hung with shaped and faceted pendants and drops overall, approximately 120cm highCondition Report: The gilding looks like it may at one point have been refreshed, and there are darker sections particularly to the interior of the chandelier and one or two vedrigris patches/oxidisation to the sconces. The bottom of the cage is fitted with a section of wood to the inside presumably to cover the later wiring. This may be an adaptation. Some of the bolts have been reinforced with more recent plates and rivets, including to the joins of the arms.The scrolls suspending pendants are a little bent. The pendants vary in style, and it is possible that some are replacements. Others may be missing. Overall, the present arrangement of pendants looks full and symmetrical.Sold as a decorative item, please have tested by a certified electrician prior to use.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 214
Indian Army. Madras Sappers Bicentenary presentation piece good cold cast bronze head and shoulders representation of a Madras Sapper in distinctive head-dress, mounted in rectangular plinth on stepped base. Plinth bearing brass plaque of military building, base with brass plaque engraved “Presented to Maj. H.C. Lees on the occasion of Madras Sappers Bicentenary Feb. 1980”. Base holding Sapper with small chip and figure slightly loose.
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