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.
There are some minor dents, marks, scratches, shrinkage cracks and rubbing consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, minor damages and losses especially to the beads frieze to the base (needs to be refixed correctly and 3,5 cm. lacking). The ormolu right handle of upper vase is loose and could be refixed correctly.
Marble : with minute and expected chips, with scratches.
Generally the clock is slighlty loose.
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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