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.
The website illustrations are accurate.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and rubbing consistent with age and use.
Dial : With some very minor hairline cracks especially near the '15' and '20'.
Gilding : is slightly tarnished with some minor black stains especially to the drum-shaped case and to the base.
Silver: Slightly rubbed and tarnished especially below the case.
The seed of the top is associated.
Marble : with a small restoration to the right front side and with minor chips to the edges as expected. With minor yellow stains.
Painting : as stated in the catalogue, the painting of the medallion is very damaged.
Please note that this condition report has been written from a work of art and not a time-measuring object point of view. Therefore this lot has to be checked by a professional clock-maker.
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