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A Federal Inlaid and Figured Mahogany Tall-Case Clock, Works by Simon Willard, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1790
Estimate
6,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- height 97 in. by width 20 ½ in. by depth 9 in. (246.4cm by 52.1cm by 22.9cm)
Fretwork and feet are restored.
Provenance
John Brownfield (1779-1849)
Condition
secondary woods are chestnut and white pine; moon phase dial touched up; veneer on base panel has warped and there is a 6 inch crack to bottom base panel veneer; clock has been refinished;
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.