Lot 32
  • 32

A large Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted brèche violette marble fireplace surround France, third quarter 19th century

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description

  • gilt bronze, marble
  • height 5 ft 8 in.; width 5 ft 10 in.; depth 18 in.
  • 173 cm; 178 cm; 46 cm
centered by a timepiece, the blue and white enamel dial inscribed Paul Garnier / A Paris, the twin train movement stamped PAUL GARNIER / PARIS and with the Samuel Marti seal

Condition

In several pieces and will need to be professionally plastered for installation. Most bronze elements will need to be tightened back with new hardware. Chips to edges of marble and some traces of old plaster in places. The dial with large cracks and losses to enamel. 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.
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.