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A Louis XV brass and ormolu-mounted burr elmwood bracket clock the bracket stamped Ant. Foullet JME, the dial inscribed A. L. Huguenin a la Chaux-de-Fonds
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Antoine Foullet (d.1775), maître in 1749
- height 59 in.; width 22 in.; depth 9 1/2 in.
- 150 cm; 56 cm; 24 cm
Condition
Reveneered. Veneer now with few minor age cracks and surface scratches, not extensive. The body showing sings of old worm. The dial with hairline cracks and minor chips, no.40 lacking but present, in generally good condition. The ormolu and brass mounts of later date and now with rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt overall. Winged figure of Fame on top section loose. The mechanism is in good, working order. In otherwise sound overall condition.
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.