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Cartel d'applique en bronze doré d'époque Louis XVI, le cadran signé LACAN /A PARIS
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Haut. 65 cm, larg. 30 cm
- Height 25 1/2 in; width 11 3/4 in
le cadran surmonté d'un vase, flanqué d'une guirlande de laurier et orné d'un masque de femme
Literature
Tardy, La Pendule Française, Tome II, du Louis XVI à nos jours, Paris, 1975, illustration pour un modèle similaire p. 311.
Condition
The illustration is accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable scratches and marks due to age and handling. The gilding is very sligjtly tarnished. The central area under the dial and behind the garland was decorated with a pierce brass plate which is now missing. Some chips around the holes of the dial. Please note that we do not guarranty the working of the mechanism although the movement is complete.
"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."