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AN EXTENSIVE SET OF AUSTRIAN ENGRAVED BRASS, TURNED WOOD AND IRON MATHEMATICAL SURVEYOR’S INSTRUMENTS, JUDOCUS DEENS, VIENNA CIRCA 1680/1695 | A knight battling a dragon
估價
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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描述
comprising a brass graphometer (or semicircumferentor) signed Judocus Deens in Wien, a quadrant, a sector, an A-square, a ruler, a scale protractor, two shaped and engraved plaques, one plaque with the engraved crest of Grafen von Schallenberg, a turned wood foldable tripod stand and some further scientific implements, in a fitted leather covered case, some implements missing, case with damages
Condition
Overall in reasonable condition. As stated in the printed catalogue, the case displays signs of damages: wear, old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. The iron handles, escutcheon and corner brackets with signs of oxidation. Leather and interior textile of case with some holes and wear. Mathematical instruments: brass and turned wood with some old marks and scratches, consistent with age and use. As stated in the printed catalogue, some instruments missing.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
The Dutch mathematical instrument maker Judocus Deens is first recorded in Vienna in 1680.; in 1686 he fruitlessly tried to be appointed as court instrument maker to the Austrian Emperor and the last entry in the Viennese archives is from 1693.