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A Louis XVI ormolu, marble and blue glass mantel clock circa 1778
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- glass, marble, bronze, steel
- height 19 in.
- 48.5 cm
together with later glass dome.
Condition
With oxidation and surface dirt to ormolu. Breaks to pearl garlands of side. Lacking a few tassles from pillows mounted on female figures heads. Enamel of dial with chips, fine cracks, rubbing, restorations and rubbing; one section later (45). Crack to one glass column. Glass top replaced. Marble with scratches, filled drillhole, abrasions and chips. Ormolu feet lacking inset mounts (glass or enamel, probably). In fair 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.