- 1070
A rare Regency engraved brass and ivory-mounted orrery, Thomas Blunt, London, circa 1800
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, brass, ivory
- height 18 1/2 in.; width 12 1/2 in.; depth 9 in.
- 47 cm; 31.8 cm; 22.9 cm
the brass dial engraved T. Blunt / LONDON, the 2 3/4-inch pocket globe with maker's cartouche printed A / NEW / Terrestrial / GLOBE / by / J. Newton / 1800; with its original mahogany traveling case, key, and accompanying planets.
Condition
one small satellite may be missing; armature holding earth bent approximately 5 degrees from horizontal; one internal wooden turn lock broken and with loss; case door with applied thin support on back side to stabilize crack; back side of case at junction with base molding chipped; retains one original key
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.