The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Condition report :
The catalogue illustrations are accurate.
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and rubbings due to age and use.
As stated in the catalogue the movement has been replaced.
Dial : The glass is missing.
There are some hairline cracks especially visible on the X and VIII.
There are some minor black spots.
There are some chips to the three key holes.
Gilding : There are some traces of tarnishing and rubbing.
There are some traces of verdigris especially to the base.
Some minor bonze elements are missing, especially the left-foot of the chimera, probably some leaf element of the base.
Fabric : There are some losses revealing the steel behind.
The dragon is slightly wobbly
There are minor tears to the red fabric
Please note that we won't guarantee the mechanism of the clock
Print Report