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O ne can but dream; so when hearing of a Regency gilt-brass gothic chandelier of massive proportions in Sotheby's, London sale on Wednesday, my curiosity was aroused and I had to learn more.
With a guide of pounds70,000-pounds100,000 is the 131.5in (334cm) tall, circa 1820, light fitting, commissioned by Sir William Lowther (1757-1844), 2nd Baronet and 1st Earl of Lonsdale for his Westmorland home, Lowther Castle.See the full content of this document
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Keep Wine at a Cool Pounds800,000
Measuring 57in (145cm) wide, this majestic illumination was designed by Sir Robert Smirke and has reams of graduated, faceted glass drops, yet only six burner...
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