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A Federal Inlaid and Figured Mahogany Tall Case Clock, works by Alex Frazier, Yorktown, Pennsylvania circa 1805
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Height Original 99 1/8 in. by Width 20 1/2 in. by Depth 10 1/2 in.; Height Current 96 7/8 in.
The dial inscribed Alex Frazier Yorktown. The false plate marked Ashwin & Co. The current feet on the clock were added to lower its height. The original feet were saved and will accompany this lot.
Condition
The secondary wood is poplar; the central shell oval inlay in door is possibly restored; current feet on clock added to lower its height; original feet are in accompanying bag; side finials missing; waifer for central finial and clock winder in bag; iron weights replaced; there is a 16 ½ inch by ½ inch filler strip added to base panel.
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.
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.