Lot 223
  • 223

A French silvered bronze and black marble clock garniture Paris, last quarter 19th century

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height of clock 14 3/4 in.; width 24 in.; depth 6 1/4 in.
  • 37.5 cm; 61 cm; 16 cm
the movement stamped RINGEUT / A / PARIS and numbered 115.

Condition

Overall good condition; tarnishing to the silvered bronze in places; minor scratch to the white enamel dial; the marble base to the clock cracked in the back and slightly loose; chip to front right corner of base; some small chips and restorations to the edges of the black marble bases of the candelabra; the upper section to one candelabra slightly loose and with a later nut and lacking original finial screw; overall with some light surface scratches.
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.
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