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A LOUIS XIV STYLE ORMOLU-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL AND BRASS BOULLE MARQUETRY BRACKET CLOCK WITH AN ENAMEL PLAQUE BEARING THE SIGNATURE MACÉ À PARIS
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- oak, tortoiseshell, gilt bronze, glass, enamel
- height 64 in.; width 23 in.; depth 11 1/2 in.
- 162.5 cm; 58.5 cm; 29 cm
Provenance
Stair & Co., London
Condition
Large size; ready to place. Please note that we do not guarantee movements. The movement itself is not well secured and has fallen previously, leaving an indent in the interior case and has bent the lower mount. The lower mount, the one which has the enamel signed plaque, is later and a slightly different color than ormolu on dial. The mount that is over the glass door is loose. The mount to the bottom of the base is a later addition. Rubbing and wear to the ormolu. Tortoiseshell with age cracks, patches and restorations. Brass inlay with some losses and restorations.
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.