Lot 238
  • 238

Pendule en bronze doré, bronze patiné et marbre blanc d'époque Louis XVI, le cadran et le mouvement signés ROBIN / PARIS

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • Haut. 53 cm, larg. 64 cm, prof. 25 cm
  • Height 20 3/4 in; width 25 1/4 in; depth 9 3/4 in
le cadran émaillé sur une borne flanquée d'une allégorie de la Victoire et de l'Etude ; reposant sur une base en marbre blanc ornée d'une frise d'entrelacs en bronze doré

Condition

Dial is dirty but otherwise in good condition with only very minor chips to the winding holes. Movement is complete but needs a clean, suspension altered, no bell or pendulum. Case is very dirty but retains the original gilding and should be professionally cleaned; the marble base is dirty and has many chips and minor losses to the edges.
"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.
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