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A Louis XVI ormolu and marble clock, the dial signed Le Paute, the mechanism signed Lepaute A Paris circa 1775
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- height 17 1/2 in.; width 19 3/4 in.; depth 10 1/2 in.
- 44.5 cm; 50 cm; 26.5 cm
Condition
With oxidations, surface dirt and verdigris to ormolu. The dial with minor losses at edge. Very few very minor cracks to ormolu. Back glass panel of later date. Lacking approximately five ormolu pearls on back. marble base with traces of surface dirt and minor chips at edges and corners. In otherwise good overall condition.
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.