Lot 120
  • 120

A signed Clichy spaced-millefiori paperweight circa 1850

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • 6.4cm. diameter by 5cm. high, 2½in. by 2in.
the large central pink and green rose cane within two rows of colourful canes, including the C signature cane, all set in clear glass 

Condition

There is some very light surface rubbing to dome (ca.1.5cm.) at 2 o'clock (as visible on catalogue illustration), and one to the lower side of the dome at 11 o'clock (ca. 1cm.), small bruise (0.3cm.x0.2cm.) at 5 o'clock just above the cane (as visible on catalogue illustration)
"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."