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An Austrian Orientalist cold-painted bronze figural three-piece clock garniture circa 1885
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
- height of clock 22 in.; width 18 3/4 in.; height of candelabra 23 1/2 in.
- 55.9 cm; 47.6 cm; 59.7 cm
Condition
Overall good condition; painted decoration extensively refreshed; finial to clock replaced; lacking two bobeches; overall with some rubbing and wear to edges with some minor chips to paint; some light surface scratches.
Please note this lot should read: a polychrome decorated white-metal three-piece clock garniture and not cold-painted bronze.
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.