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An Austrian silver, enamel and lapis tower clock, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, circa 1890
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base rim and top of lower tier
- silver, hardstone, enamel, glass, metal
- height 16 3/4 in.
- 42.5 cm
pentagonal on monster feet, enamel scrollwork borders centered by masks, the lower tier with relief figures in niches, the upper tier with enameled openwork panels above pelicans, twisted columns topped with figures, surmounted by an enameled clock face with earlier watch movement, Father Time finial
Condition
crack to crystal before clock face, some lapis panels with cracks or mosaiced together, minor enamel loss and small hole to spire below clock, otherwise good
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.