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A French Palais Royale mother-of-pearl and gilt-bronze musical box/automaton Charles X, circa 1830
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- mother of pearl, gilt bronze and bronze
- 24cm. high, 14.5cm. width, 10.5cm. depth; 9¼in., 5¾in., 4¼in.
in the form of a seated monkey conducting at a music stand in front of a harp, with four hooks for rings, on a galleried base with scroll-incised cavetto sides; with key
Provenance
Purchased for Sir Gawaine by his wife Lady Baillie at Malletts, Bourdon House, London.
Condition
In overall very good condition. One of the hooks for the rings is slightly loose and needs securing. One of the strings on the harp is missing but this is hardly noticeable. There is very imperceptable warping to the gallery which can be left. The musical box is in full working order.
"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."