拍品 411
  • 411

A GILT-MOUNTED MAHOGANY YEAR-GOING MANTEL REGULATOR WITH TORSION PENDULUM, FRENCH, CIRCA 1875 |

估價
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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描述

  • 56cm. 22in. high
6¼-inch enamel dial signed L Leroy & Cie, Paris, 13 Galerie Monpensier 15, Palais Royal, finely pierced and engraved lyre hands, the movement with five wheel train and dead beat escapement, numbered on the backplate No.15924, with split bi-metallic torsion pendulum, the four-glass case with moulded cresting and base, bevel-glazed panels, beaded mounts and brass block feet

來源

Christie's London, Important Clocks, Watches and Marine Chronometers, 2 July 1997, lot 33 (£10,019).

Condition

Dial in very good condition. Movement is complete but would benefit from a clean and fresh oil, pendulum suspension broken. Case in good clean condition with a few minor scuffs and marks, mahogany re-polished. No case key or winder.
"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."

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