- 718
A silver-gilt, enamel and hardstone boudoir timepiece, probably Swiss, mid 20th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A silver-gilt, enamel and hardstone boudoir timepiece, probably Swiss, mid 20th century
- silver-gilt, enamel, hardstone
- 17.8 cm., 7 in. high
of urn form with 'à cercle tournant' movement, decorated with rose pompadour guilloché enamel embellished with painted cherubsa and nymphs, hung with chains, on grey hardstone base, the turning dial inscribed with cyrillic initials KF
Condition
Movement not currently functioning. Small chips to white enamel on acorn finial. Enamel of numerals restored.
"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."