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A Louis XVI ormolu, patinated bronze and white marble mantle clock circa 1785, dial signed Dubuc le Jeune à Paris, together with a pair similar candlesticks, early 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height of clock 16½ in.; width 14 in.; height of candlestick 11¾ in.
- 42 cm; 36 cm; 30 cm
Condition
The clock with staining and minor chips to marble. Repair to base of marble drum. Lacking glass cover to dial. Ormolu rubbed in places and dirty. The candlesticks each lacking part of chain. One repair to base of nozzle and lacking one bell. All pieces very dirty.
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.