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Cadran solaire en laiton, dans son étui en cuivre doré et argent, XVIIe siècle, daté 1604
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- giltbronze
- Haut. 7,5 cm ; larg. 5,5 cm
- Height 3 in; width 2 1/4 in
le couvercle du boitier gravé sur la face, d'une scène représentant le Christ rendant la vue à Tobi et gravé "Joannis 9, quid vis ut faciam tibi domine ut videam", le tout sommé d'un agneau Pascal entouré de l'inscription "Ecce agnes dei" ; au verso la base gravée d'un médaillon "Tobia 11, reula oculos meos et gressus meos dirige", daté "anno 1604" avec l'inscription "en peu d'heures pieu labeur" ; l'intérieur de la boite renfermant une variété de cadran solaire
Condition
The picture is quite accurate. The object is in good condition. Few little oxidation marks. The quality of the engraving is very precise and beautiful. The case is also decorated on its back.
"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."