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Louis Majorelle
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- A clock
- bronze and walnut
- 41.5cm.;
- 1ft 4¼in.
walnut, gilt bronze mounts depicting thistles
Literature
Alastair Duncan, Louis Majorelle, Master of Art Nouveau Design, London, 1991, p. 95, plate 90
Condition
A rare clock of good overall appearance. With a slightly lighter patina than is sugested by the catalogue illustration. Pendulum is a later replacement. Minor old marks, knocks and scratches overall, consistent with age. The dial is scratched consistent with cleaning. Movement not tested or guaranteed. Back hinged cover looks to be a replacement and blemished. With one key. Ready for display.
"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."