A Louis XVI enamel mounted gilt-bronze and marble mantel clock, circa 1780

5-inch annular enamel dial with polychrome outer calendar ring, moonphase dial above signed Coteau, Invt. Fecit and eagle cresting, the bell striking movement with pin wheel escapement, silk suspension and sunburst pendulum, the inverted 'Y' shaped frame applied with dark blue enamel panels decorated with gilt and polychrome flowers within finely chased gilt-bronze foliate mounts, the lower corners with turquoise and grisaille enamel plaques of Philosophy and Astronomy, the centre with a well painted miniature on ivory of a lady in an oval paste-set frame, the whole raised on an integral breakfront white marble plinth applied with a dark blue enamel plaque centred with an oval reserve of a grisaille putto on a turquoise ground within a 'pearl' border

6th Earl of Rosebery, Mentmore, Buckinghamshire, Sotheby's, 18th May 1977, lot 6

Clock dial in good condition though rather dirty, date sector to moon dial has numerous hair cracks and old restoration, moon dial in good condition. Movement is complete but much in need of a clean and service. Case retains the original gilding, enamel panels in good condition, minor edge chips to marble base, ivory miniature is probably later 19th century and is in good condition. With pendulum and winder.
"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."

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