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A Louis XVI ormolu-mounted marble clock, the dial inscribed Calame circa 1775
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 17 1/2 in.; width 14 in.; depth 4 1/2 in.
- 44.5 cm; 36.5 cm; 11 cm
Condition
The marble with surface dirt, small cracks to one arm of figure and to bottom of book, a few very minor chips to extremities. The dial with hairline cracks, minor losses and surface dirt. The ormolu with rubbing, traces of oxidation and surface dirt. The musical trophy regilt. Adhesive residue on ormolu on lower right section of bottom part. The figural scene with putti on bottom section with rubbing. 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.