Meuron & Comp.

• 3 7/8-inch white enamel dial, Arabic numerals signed Meuron & Comp., blued steel hands • gilt movement with verge escapement, balance spring with five-arm balance, steel balance cock mounted on a gilt platform, cord wound alarm work • all housed within a gilt bronze arched case with classical relief ornament, the base fitted with a musical movement playing two tunes, signed M. Bordier, the comb comprising 17 sections each of four teeth, pull wind fitted on the right of the base, the front plaque with levers for manual tune selection engraved Silence/Musique, Continue/Musique and Meme/Autre, left side of case fitted with lever for choice of striking and engraved Silence/Grande-Sonnerie/ Petite Sonnerie, another cord for repeat fitted into the left case top on carrying handle

The side hole for setting up music has been replaced and is lacking a knob. The repeating string is lacking a knob, as is the pull line. The alarm pull has been replaced. There is a split to the wood around the pull hole. The dial bears some light scratches. In running order. The alarm is working but the hammer requires adjustment as it only barely strikes the bell. Music playing. The wooden case bears 2 splits to the front, 1 to the side, and 1 at the back. Slight abrasions to the gilding from general wear. The back cover is of a later date. Service is recommended.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Meuron & Comp. is listed in Tardy as active in Paris in the early 19th Century. This Swiss watch and clockmaking company offered a wide variety of horological objects. Located in Neuchatel, La Chaux-de-Fonds, Paris and Geneva, the company specialized in both watches and clocks, a small number of their clocks, such as the present lot, featured music work.