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A pair of Lous XV style rosewood and ebony inlaid clock and barometer French, circa 1910
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- ebony, kingwood, bronze
- height 45 in.
- 114.5 cm
each dial signed Cam Opticien Rue de la Paix, 24 / Paris
Condition
The circular glass face of the clock will need to be reattached to the gilt bronze border. Tarnishing to gilt bronze on both the clock and barometer. Both dials are made of white bakelite. There are some light scratches and hairline cracks to ebonized veneer, consistent with age. The mercury glass pipe of the thermometer on each piece is lacking.
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.