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A Louis XVI style gilt and patinated bronze white marble figural clock garniture Paris, second half 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- height of clock 15 1/2 in.
- 39.5 cm
the dial signed Delarue / 108 Rue Vieille du Temple / Paris, the movement numbered 2807 and scratched M P Calabot; the pendulum similarly numbered.
Condition
One key, one pendulum; overall good condition; the gilt-bronze with dust and dirt and slight tarnishing in places; and with some light wear to the extremities; the clock with some minor chips and wear to edges of marble base; left side gilt-bronze mount to marble base slightly loose; one candelabrum with some light surface scratches to patinated putto; front gilt-bronze mount to base slightly loose; the other candelabrum with some areas of oxidation to the gilt-bronze from previous cleaning; each with very minor chips and wear to the marble bases; overall with light surface scratches and 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.