Lot 28
  • 28

A PAIR OF VICTORIAN SIX-INCH CELESTIAL AND TERRESTRIAL TABLE GLOBES BY WRENCH'S LONDON ON MAHOGANY BALUSTER STANDS, LATE 19TH CENTURY |

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • height 10 1/2 in.
  • 20.7 cm
each with label WRENCH'S/SIX INCH GLOBE/CONSTRUCTED FROM/THE/LATEST AUTHORITIES/LONDON

Provenance

Christie's New York, October 12, 1996, lot 1

Condition

Both gores in restored condition with old repaired tears and scattered minor stains and losses. The stands in good condition with minor nicks and stains and some rubbing to metal ring. Two bun feet replaced.
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.