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An Empire ormolu and patinated bronze mantel clock attributed to André-Antoine Ravrio circa 1810, the dial signed Thonissen à Paris
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- marble, bronze, enamel, glass
- height19 in.; width 20 in.; depth 7 in.
- 48.5 cm; 51 cm; 18 cm
Condition
Marble base with small chips at corners and edges and with '96273' painted on bottom. Patinated bronze with minor rubbing. Ormolu with minor traces of oxidation and surface dirt. In very good 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.
Catalogue Note
An identical clock signed Ravrio Bronzier à Paris is now in the Royal Palace in Stockholm and is illustrated Hans Ottomeyer and Peter Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Munich, 1986, Vol. I, p. 353, fig. 5.8.6.