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A GILT BRONZE MOUNTED AND BISCUIT PORCELAIN THREE-PIECE CLOCK GARNITURE RETAILED BY MAISON BOUDET Paris, circa 1900s
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- gilt bronze and porcelain
- candelabras: height 21 1/4 in.
- 54 cm
comprised of a mantel clock and a pair of three-light candelabras, the clock modeled with Andromeda freed by Perseus, the enamel clock dial signed BOUDET/A PARIS, the twin train movement impressed with the Vincenti pastille.
Condition
Overall in good condition. Porcelain with light scratches, rubbing and surface dirt consistent with age and use. Scattered restorations throughout. Approximately three fingers broken and repaired. One female figure of a candelabra with a broken and repaired foot. The scrolled tripart base issuing the candle arms of one candelabra with a visible seam and residue of glue. The same element on the second candelabra with vertical crack. The gilt bronze is in good condition, with light tarnishing and surface dirt consistent with age and use. The clock's visit door is lacking.
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.