Lot 760
  • 760

A FRENCH GILT BRONZE AND CHAMPLEVÉ ENAMEL FALLING BALL MANTEL CLOCK AND WEATHER STATION, LATE 19TH CENTURY |

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • height 21 in., width 11 1/2 in., depth 6 1/2 in.
  • 53 cm, 29 cm, 16.5 cm
made for the Spanish market, the clock dial with Arabic numerals above an aneroid barometer with dial inscribed TEMPESTAD LLUVIA V. VARIABLE BUEN T. MUY SECO

Condition

In good condtion. The gilt bronze and enamelled surfaces in good condition, with only minor rubbing, losses and marks. Some rubbing/surface dirt on the lion. The lower bronze edge of the inside back door with black marker annotation 'INSIDE'; visible in photo. Lion lid missing small pin on one side underneath. 15 metal balls present in drawer. Thermometer has been drained of mercury. Please note Sotheby's does not guarantee clock movements.
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.