Lot 102
  • 102

Pendule en bronze doré représentant un joueur d'orgue de Barbarie, vers 1840

Estimate
400 - 600 EUR
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Description

  • gilt-bronze, metal, glass
  • Haut. 33 cm, larg. 24 cm, prof. 13 cm
  • Height 13 in; width 9 1/2 in; depth 5 in
le cadran signé Gaston Jolly à Paris 

Condition

The illustration is great. Good overall condition. The gilding slightly tarnished and rubbed. A small ornament of the frieze of the plinth is possibly later. There is a break on the protecting glass of the dial. Please note that the movement looks ok but we don't guaranty the working.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

Cette pendule est reproduite dans des dessins préparatoires de Bernard Boutet de Monvel pour un Portrait de femme (lot n°244) et pour un projet pour Harper's Bazaar (lot n°317)