Lot 124
  • 124

Georges Emile Henri Servant French, 1828 - c.1890 A French Egyptomania gilt bronze, Rouge de France and black marble five-piece clock garniture Paris, third quarter 19th century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • Georges Emile Henri Servant
  • bronze and marble
  • height of clock 24 in.; width 16 in.; depth 7 in.
  • 61 cm; 41 cm; 18 cm
the bust of Isis signed EMILE HEBERT and with the Georges Servant foundry seal and inscribed Medaille d'or 1867, the clock dial with Arabic numerals inscribed MEDAILLE D'OR 1867/ G. SERVANT A PARIS, the twin-train movement also signed with the Georges Servant stamp.

Condition

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. Overall in good condition with the usual tarnishing and dirt to gilt bronze mounts consistent with age and atmospheric conditions through the years. Isis's face with wear and rubbing which has worn away the gilding. One of the tazza with two small chips to rim. Marble overall with small abrasions and surface scratches.
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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