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A LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE AND SÈVRES STYLE PORCELAIN THREE-PIECE CLOCK GARNITURE Paris, late 19th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- oak, bronze, glass, porcelain, metal
- height of candelabra 28 in.; height of clock 22 1/2 in.; width of clock 24 1/2 in.; depth of clock 8 1/2 in.
- 71.5 cm; 57.5 cm; 62.5 cm; 22 cm
comprising a pair of five-light candelabra, the enamelled dial with Roman numerals and signed LENOIR A PARIS, the twin train movement impressed with the Vincenti & Cie. pastille and numbered 23 and 912
Condition
One candlabrum with restoration to stem under nozzle and one leaf detatched in area. Now bent as visible in illustration. Gilt bronze with some oxidaiton and surface dirt. Some pitting to gilt bronze due to oxidation. Porcelain with losses to gilding.
Clock arrived with a pendulum and key. Please note that the movement has not been checked for functionality. However, the movement is complete and may be put into a working state by a professional horologist.
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.