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An Austrian Empire parcel gilt sculptural mantel clock circa 1820
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description
- height 74cm
14-cm enamel chapter ring with Arabic numerals signed Joseph Hofbauer in Wien and engine turned gilt centre, anchor movement with silk suspended pendulum and trip repeating rack quarter striking on two gongs, parcel gilt case surmounted by a foliate pierced cresting with trailing garlands, supported by an urn shaped stem
Condition
chapter ring with several hairline cracks and a few scratches, movement in working order but might benefit from a clean, stopwork removed, case in good original condition, the gilding slightly rubbed causing the red ground to come through but nothing disturbing, together with a pendulum
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."