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A Louis XV ormolu-mounted green-stained horn small cartel clock circa 1745, the dial signed D. F. Dubois a Paris
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- beechwood, glass, bronze, horn, metal
- height 19 in.; width 6 3/4 in.; depth 3 1/4 in.
- 48.5 cm; 17.5 cm; 8.5 cm
Condition
Dial with fine hairline cracks and very minor chips to enamel, glass of cover relpaced. Horn with scattered age and construciton cracks, some buckling and restorations. Ormolu with oxidation and surface dirt. Movement later. In 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.