Lot 203
  • 203

Lemerle-Charpentier & Compagnie "Renommée", a Louis XVI style gilt and silvered bronze wall clock Paris, late 19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Lemerle-Charpentier & Compagnie
  • gilt and silvered bronze
  • height 4 ft 4 in.
  • 132 cm
the twin train movement stamped LEMERLE-CHARPENTIER/ Fant de Bronzes/ Paris

Condition

Highly tarnished overall, with dirt to crevices. 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. The department encourages interested parties to use our online e-catalogue's zoom function to enjoy magnified and alternate views of this lot.
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.
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