Lot Details
Lot 2461
Louis XVI Gilt-Wood Barometer
Late 18th century
The painted oval dial within a conforming molded frame surmounted by a floral and leafage garland centering a bird. Height 36 inches (91 cm), width 20 inches (51 cm).
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
Sold for $2,700 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
yes, the tassel hanging on the left side... is easily removed
Cracks in painted dial
Repair to frame esp. bottom and top ribbons
some losses to gilding
needs overall work
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
Cracks in painted dial
Repair to frame esp. bottom and top ribbons
some losses to gilding
needs overall work
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
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