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An Empire ormolu, patinated bronze and verde antico mantel clock, attributed to Claude Galle circa 1805, the dial signed Semaine
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- height 16 in.; width 17½ in.; depth 6¾ in.
- 41 cm; 44.5 cm; 17 cm
Condition
Minor chips to marble base. Oxidation and light surface dirt.
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 model sold anonymously, Laurin Guilloux, Buffetaud & Tailleur, Paris, 24 November 1993, lot 142, and is illustrated P. Kjellberg, Encylopédie de la fendule français, Paris, 1997, p. 390, fig. D.