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A Restauration ormolu mantel clock circa 1820
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 19 1/2 in.; width 18 in.; depth 6 in.
- 49.5 cm; 46 cm; 15 cm
Condition
The figure of Cupid formerly holding an object. The enamelled dial has been significantly restored. Minor marks, tarnishing and rubbing to the ormolu. Some surface dirt. One of the chain leads is broken. The back is gilt and made up of four pieces of bronze, whose joints are now visible through the gilding.
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.
Catalogue Note
An almost identical clock is illustrated E. Niehüser, Die Französische Bronzeuhr, Munich, 1997, p. 103, figs. 166 and 167.