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 catalogue illustrations are accurate.
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and rubbing consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, a part of the bow is missing.
There are some traces of restoration to the right foot of one of the putti.
There are some minor black stains to the gilt bronze.
There are some minor losses to the enamel, especially to the cases 20 and 55. Some enamel cases are slightly lifted.
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.
There are the inevitable dents marks, scratches and chips to the porphyry base.
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