A Porcelain-Mounted Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, Late 19th Century
A Porcelain-Mounted Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, Late 19th Century
set with two figures of 'putti in disguise' and a figure of a child, surrounded by leafy gilt-bronze branches applied with porcelain flowers, on a gilt-bronze pierced rocaille-scroll base, one figure with entwined S mark for Samson
height 12 7/8 in.; width 8 1/2 in.; depth 4 1/2 in.
32.8 cm; 22.2 cm; 11.4 cm
Condition Report:
The applied flowers with some minor scattered chips to petals. The uppermost figure with restoration to right hand and a firing crack to neck. Minor chips to applied leaves on the bases of all three figures.The gilt bronze with rubbing and oxidation to surfaces throughout. Some accumulation of surface dust.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."
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A Porcelain-Mounted Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, Late 19th Century
set with two figures of 'putti in disguise' and a figure of a child, surrounded by leafy gilt-bronze branches applied with porcelain flowers, on a gilt-bronze pierced rocaille-scroll base, one figure with entwined S mark for Samson
height 12 7/8 in.; width 8 1/2 in.; depth 4 1/2 in.
32.8 cm; 22.2 cm; 11.4 cm
Condition Report:
The applied flowers with some minor scattered chips to petals. The uppermost figure with restoration to right hand and a firing crack to neck. Minor chips to applied leaves on the bases of all three figures.The gilt bronze with rubbing and oxidation to surfaces throughout. Some accumulation of surface dust.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."
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