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A gilt and patinated bronze mantle clock Continental, circa 1910
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- height 34 in.; width 25 in.
the case surmounted by a barometer flanked by two scantily clad putti, the white and black enamel dial with Roman and Arabic chapters, inscribed Robert Pleissner / (?) Ven. Later electrical movement.
Condition
Tarnishing to gilt-bronze. Wear to putti mostly to the heads and with scratches throughout. Seam to right arm of left putti visible and loose. Traces of dirt throughout. Restored chip to enamel around left side winding key hole of dial.
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.