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A LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT-BRONZE MOUNTED BISCUIT THREE PIECE CLOCK GARNITURE PARIS, last quarter 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height of clock 14 1/2 in.; width 15 3/4 in.; depth 5 1/2 in.
- 36.8 cm; 40 cm; 14 cm
the clock case centered by a white enamel dial signed Cauchar/Paris, surmounted by a seated figure of a nude female girl and flanked by figural groups of Venus and Cupid, the undersides of each with impressed pseudo Sevres marks.
Condition
Overall good condition, the biscuit with traces of dirt. The clock and candlesticks with some minor chips to fingers and extremities. Some minor wear around edges, the gilt-bronze with little wear.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.