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Lot 110
  • 110

A gilt-bronze and painted porcelain mantel clock with calendar, French, circa 1875

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • bronze, brass, steel, enamel, porcelain
  • 43cm. high
3¾-inch dial with Brocot visible escapement above a calendar dial with months ring enclosing day, date and moon dials, the bell striking movement signed Jacobs & Lucas by appointment to the Queen, the oval case with ribbon-tied laurel and floral swags and inset with plaques painted with putti depicting the four seasons

Condition

Dial has haircracks between II and III and at XII, haircracks to the centre panel; calendar dial in very good but rather dirty condition. Movement is complete but very much in need of a clean and service; calendar movement would benefit from a clean and fresh oil. Case in good original condition throughout, very minor rubbing to gilt highlights. With a 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."

**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."