A French Regence-style boulle inlaid bracket clock third quarter 19th century

22-cm gilt ornate relief dial with blue cartouche Roman numerals, movement signed C. Detouche A Paris with anchor escapement and countwheel striking on a bell, sunburst pendulum, shaped boulle inlaid case surmounted by the gilt personification of Luna, adorned throughout with gilt bronze scrolls and relief, the arched glazed door with a pierced gilt ornament depicting a seated lady with flowers, the whole raised on scrolled feet

The Property of a European Princely family

Sale, Crowns and Coronets, Sothebys, 31 october 2005,lot 629

numeral XI with hairline cracks and now glued instead of fixed with dial foot, hands with slight corrosion, movement able to function and in fair condition, might need a clean, now with a handy later dust cover, case very dirty and therefore difficult to establish the condition of the gilding, the tortoiseshell inlay with some small pieces loose to the side but in reasonable condition, front glass panel with crack and needs to be repelaced, attribute of top figure lacking, together with a winder, pendulum and doorkey
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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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