- 202
A Directoire ormolu and patinated bronze mantel clock circa 1795
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze, glass, enamel, steel
- height 19 in.; width 13 in.; depth 6 in.
- 48.5 cm; 33 cm; 15.5 cm
Condition
Dial possibly later and now with some fine cracks, very minor chips to enamel and some rubbing and surface dirt. Ormolu with some rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt. Patinated bronze with some rubbing and surface dirt. Glass of back plate replaced and now with some glue residue around edges.
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.