A Louis XV ormolu and patinated bronze mantel clock, French, circa 1745 on an associated casket base

5-inch enamel dial signed Jn Baptiste Baillon, asymetric winding holes, the bell striking movement with numbered outside count weel, anchor escapement with silk suspension, signed on the backplate J Bte Baillon A Paris, No.2516, the drum surmounted by a cockerel and supported on the back of a roaring lion, on a finely chased rococo scroll base, the associated casket base, probably re-veneered and formerly containing a musical movement, applied with crisply cast and chased foliate mounts, the clock and casket stamped throughout with the crowned 'C' poincon 

Dial has minor chips and repairs to both winding holes. Movement is complete but very much in need of a clean. The case mounts throughout with original gilding, some damage to cockerel cresting, associated casket base is probably re-veneered and is lacking the musical movement, redundant and altered holes to side of drum case and base. With pendulum, winder and case key.
"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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