Applied decoration with losses and chips- largest being to one garland to one side. One of the figures with a crack running through the lower half of her face. An infilled rim chip with overpaint to lid. Enamel dial with some hairline cracks and minute chips, a large crack and chip to the dial inscribed "30". Surface dirt and general wear consistent with use and age. Please note that we do not guarantee movements.
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.

An example of this model, previously in the Ephrussi Collection, signed Barancourt à Paris, was sold Christie's New York, November 18, 1978, lot 134. Another simpler example is illustrated P. Kjellberg, Encyclopedie de la Pendule Française, Paris, 1997, p. 295.