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A lapis lazuli clock tower with enamelled pearl-set silver-gilt mounts, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, circa1880
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A lapis lazuli clock tower with enamelled pearl-set silver-gilt mounts, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, circa1880
- lapis lazuli, silver, enamel, pearls
- 63.5cm., 25 in. high
of similar construction to the previous lot, veneered in lapis lazuli, the upper bell tower surmounted by a Roman warrior above an openwork arcade set with historical figures, the lower tiers applied with enamelled rosettes, glazed biblical and marine subjects within peral-set ornaments, each angle with enamelled pilasters or spiral columns topped with allegorical figures, the whole with elaborate polychrome openwork mask and scroll borders, on bust and paw supports, maker's mark, Vienna post-1872 town marks
Condition
Hallmarked throughout. Finial figure totally restored and re-attached. Replacement movement, slightly loose. Joins, cracks and small portions of lapis lacking. some minor losses to enamel overall. Very impressive piece.
"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."