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Pendule au marin à la balle de coton en bronze doré d'époque Empire d'après un dessin du bronzier Michel daté 1808
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description
- gilt-bronze, glass, marble
- Haut. 47 cm, larg. 34 cm, prof. 12 cm
- Height 18 1/2 in; larg. 13 1/3 in; depth 4 3/4 in
la terrasse octogonale ornée d'un trophée marin appliqué
Condition
The illustration is great. Good overall condition. The gilding is slightly tarnished . There is a small chip around the keyhole of the dial. The winder is missing. 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
Une pendule identique à la nôtre est illustrée dans l’ouvrage d’E. Niehüse, French Bronze Clocks, éd. Shiffer Books, p. 172. Le musée Duesberg conservait un Notrexemplaire comparable hormis le personnage du marin qui y est africain.