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A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted white marble mantle clock France, late 19th/early 20th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- gilt bronze, white marble
- height 20 in.; width 17 1/4 in.; depth 7 in.
- 51 cm; 44 cm; 18 cm
the twin train movement marked CH/PARIS and numbered 5604 with the stamp made in France
Condition
Please note that the movement has not been checked for functionality. However, the movement is complete and may be put into a working state by a professional horologist.
LIght tarnishing to gilt bronze. Minute chips to marble edges. Dial has chips to edges and a large chip to no. 12. This enameled dial has been overpainted and the circular glass protecting the dial is lacking. There is no winder or pendulum. Bell present.
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.