A FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE-MOUNTED TOLE PEINTE URN-FORM NIGHT PROJECTION TIMEPIECE, CIRCA 1810
A FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE-MOUNTED TOLE PEINTE URN-FORM NIGHT PROJECTION TIMEPIECE, CIRCA 1810
the dial signed Bofenschen à Paris; with lion and ring mask handles
height 21 in.
53.3 cm
Condition Report:
Abrasion, oxidation and marks to tole surface throughout consistent with age, and visible in catalogue photographs, and some rubbing and losses to gilt decoration. Clock movement has not been tested.
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.
Provenance:
Sotheby's New York, 27 October 2001, lot 136
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A FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE-MOUNTED TOLE PEINTE URN-FORM NIGHT PROJECTION TIMEPIECE, CIRCA 1810
the dial signed Bofenschen à Paris; with lion and ring mask handles
height 21 in.
53.3 cm
Condition Report:
Abrasion, oxidation and marks to tole surface throughout consistent with age, and visible in catalogue photographs, and some rubbing and losses to gilt decoration. Clock movement has not been tested.
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.
Provenance:
Sotheby's New York, 27 October 2001, lot 136