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Henri Picard A gilt-bronze and black marble three-piece clock garniture paris, last quarter 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Henri Picard
- marble and bronze
- height of candelabra 25 in.
- 63.5 cm
the clock surmounted by a bacchanalian group inscribed Clodion/1762 and numbered 3138, the twin train movement by Vicenti, clock and candelabras with the H.PICARD stamp.
Condition
the black marble to the clock with scratches and a restored chip to its front upper molded edge in which the glue and crack is visible; tarnishing and green oxidation to the candelabra overall; top of one candelabra is bent; the figural group is not attached to the top of the clock; number 7 lacking dial; no key, no pendulum.
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.