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A Louis XV ormolu-mounted tulipwood and parquetry longcase clock circa 1750, stamped B. Lieutaud, the dial signed R. au. chapo Paris
Estimate
35,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Balthazar Lieutaud (d. 1780), maître in 1749
- tulipwood, bronze
- height 83 in.; width 24 1/2 in.; depth 12 1/4 in.
- 211 cm; 62.5 cm; 31.5 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks. Scattered restoration and infills to veneer. Renished. Veneer with buckling and some lifting in a few scattered areas; most buckling to front of lower section. Reverse of base with old worm damage. Dial with some rubbing and oxidation. Ormolu mounts with oxidation and surface dirt overall. One corner mount of base now detached but present. Interior and back with later paint. In 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.