Lot 32
  • 32

Pendule à la Vénus marine en placage d'ébène, laiton et bronze doré de style Louis XIV, fin du XIXe siècle signée Henry Dasson et Cie 1892, d'après un modèle d'André-Charles Boulle (1642-1732)

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description

  • ebony, brass, gilt bronze
  • Haut. 82 cm, larg. 56 cm, prof. 32 cm
  • Height 32 1/4 in; width 22 in; depth 12 2/3 in
le cadran en bronze doré à décor de putti en léger relief, flanqué d'une figure de Vénus marine et d'un cupidon, sur une base chantournée en placage d'ébène et incrustation de laiton 

Provenance

Vente Sotheby's New York, le 19 avril 2007, lot 173

Condition

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition. As visible on the illustration, there is a loss on the enamel of the number 9 of the dial. The pendulum, the bell and the rewind key are missing but they can easily be replaced. Please note that we do not guarantee the working of the mechanism. Venus was holding a flower crown which is now missing. It can be easily reproduced.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."