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A DIRECTOIRE GILT AND PATINATED BRONZE-MOUNTED PORTICO MANTEL CLOCK Late 18th Century
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
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Description
- marble
- height 13 in.; width 10 in.
- 33 cm; 25.4 cm
the 3 1/2-inch white enamel dial with Arabic numerals indicated by pierced shaped hands set before a key-winding chiming mechanism in a drum case, surmounted by an urn finial and suspended between a pair of column-form supports, the plinths with martial trophies on a gallery base, cast with leafage on disc feet.
Condition
Cracks and chips to dial. Replaced black marble ornament.
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.