- 78A
An Empire ormolu-mounted slate and marble mantel clock circa 1815, the dial signed Boulu Eve. de Lepine, Hger. de L'impératrice, Rue du Roule Près Celle Betizy No. 4.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marble, slater, bronze, enamel, glass
- height 18 1/2 in.; width 10 1/2 in.; depth 4 1/2 in.
- 47 cm; 27 cm; 11.5 cm
Condition
Marble and slate with small chips and surface dirt. One columns with some restoration. White marble top of portico and slate base lacking ornament. Dial with minor chips, cracks and some restoration. Lacking feet and mechanism. In sound 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.