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A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted white marble three piece clock garniture Paris, circa 1890, after a design by Charles-Georges Ferville-Suan
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height of clock 16 1/4 in.
- 41 cm
the figure inscribed Ferville-Suan to the back, twin train movement with the Vicenti seal.
Condition
Minor chips to marble edge with some scratches. There is no key and no need of pendulum. As visible in the catalogue illustration the gilt-bronze is tarnished and dirty and there are oxidation areas all along the back of the figure located in the creases of her gown.
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.