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Richard Spear, Dublin
Estimate
80 - 120 GBP
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Description
- Part of a Retractable Telescope
- signed Spear / Dublin
- brass, glass lenses, mahogany case
- case 12 by 109.5 by 21cm., 4¾ by 43 by 8¼in.
- Probably made in the early 19th century.
the case with a later paper retailers label, printed 'Thomas Mason / Optician / Dublin', incomplete and damage to telescope, lacking stand
Condition
Dents to brass. Losses to components and lacking elements. Telescope damaged. Dents. Old marks and scratches. Lenses cracked and chipped. Lacking stand. Case with wear and soiled and lacking divisions and with splits and later ply batons to the underside. Lacking lock plate Gallery inspection recommended.
"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."