A French Empire ormolu and bronze sculptural mantel clock garniture circa 1815

9-cm engine turned ormolu dial with Roman numerals and snake bezel signed Champion Rue N.ve Des Petits Champe No.27, Breguet hands, countwheel bell striking anchor movement with silk suspended pendulum, arched patinated bronze case with an ormolu sunburst and acanthus broder flanked by the well cast and chiselled figure of a classical lady, rectangular base with garland mount, acanthus moulded plinth raised on arched feet, together with two bronze and ormolu ornamental urns 

dial tarnished and numerals partly rubbed, signature also fading, minute hand broken from the centre, movement complete but very dirty and in need of a complete overhaul, case of good quality in original dirty condition, ormolu seems to be in good condition and should clean up nicely, urns are of the same period and style but not matching with the clock at the lower acanthus moulding, original but dirty same as the clock, together with a pendulum, front and back glass both with bajonet lock
"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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