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Fine Mahogany, Parcel Gilt, and Brass Mounted Eglomise Paneled Patent Timepiece, Simon Willard, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1810
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Height 41 1/4 in. by Width 10 in. by Depth 4 in.
Appears to retain its original finial. Dial inscribed Simon Willard, Boston. The throat panel decorated with Lady Liberty and inscribed Willard's Patent.
Provenance
Christie's New York
Condition
Appears to retain its original finial; regilded; numbers on dial reinforced; case refinished; inside of backboard has been sanded; backboard has been removed and reattached; tapered, fluted pedestal has been cracked, reglued and regilded; lower acorn drop possibly replaced; lacking gilded gessoed sphere on proper right corner of base.
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.