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A 20-inch Newton celestial library globe, London CIRCA 1850
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 110cm. high
on turned baluster stem, down curved legs on bone castors, The cartouche reads: New and improved NEWTON'S CELESTIAL GLOBE, on which all the STARS NEBULAE and CLUSTERS contained in the extensive catalogue of the late F.WOLLASTON, F.R.S., accurately laid down, their Right Ascensions & Declinations, having been recalculated for the Year **** by W. Newton Manufactured by NEWTON & SON, 66 Chancery Lane, London & 3 Fleet Street, Temple Bar, engraved by T. Starle** Wilmingthon Square
Condition
In overall reasonable good condition. Dents, stains and scratches due to use, especially above "Leo Minor". The containing ring with restorations, scratches, dents and stains.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."