Japy Frères A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted Sèvres style turquoise ground porcelain three piece clock garniture French, circa 1890

the clock with an enamel dial with Roman chapters above a plaque painted with a stag hunting scene, surmounted by an urn, the movement stamped with the number 552 and with the Japy Frères pastille, each covered two-handled vase painted with a hunting scene to the front and painted with a stag to the reverse within a gilt and beaded border.

Overall good condition; the clock case with rubbing and wear to the gilding, some beads lacking, front foot and right foot slightly loose; one vase slightly bent as socle and slightly loose from base, one handle slightly loose; each vase with rubbing and wear to the gilding and with some losses to the beads; overall the gilt bronze with minor areas of wear, dirt and oxidation consistent with age and use. One key, one pendulum.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.