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Baromètre en acajou, métal repoussé verni et ivoire, travail italien du début du XIXe siècle, signé et daté Pollici Paolo Raineri Milano 1810
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Haut. 132 cm
- Height 52 in
à décor de rinceaux feuillagés, se terminant par une console supportant une boussole
Condition
Illustration is slightly too bright: metal is only varnished and looks actually less shiny.
A little loose to some metal ornaments which would also benefit from a slight cleaning.
As visible on the image, one tube is broken.
Some stains on the mahogany.
Very tiny cracks to the ivory.
Compass with oxidation and minor loss.
Very decorative and unusual barometer in good overall 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."