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A pair of English 18-inch terrestrial and celestial globes by W & JM Bardin dated 1807 and 1800 respectively
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- globes
- height overall 4 ft.; diameter overall 24 in.; diameter of globe 18 in.
- 121.9 cm; 61 cm; 45.7 cm
on William IV carved oak stands.
Provenance
Hyde Park Antiques
Condition
In good restored condition. Stands and globes associated. Oak tripod bases with some small surface abrasions to edges of Horizon ring with some rippling to paper in areas and a few very small minor losses; restorations to areas. Celestial globe with some minor flaking at bottom axis.
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.
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.