A rare French Louis Philippe gilt copper mantel clock garniture circa 1840

movement with anchor escapement and silk suspended pendulum, inverted Y-shaped plates and large first wheel with Y-shaped spokes, going train winding an auxiliary spring for the countwheel striking on a bell, finely pierced gilt rosette dial with cartouche enamel Arabic numerals forming the window of the architecture case throughout adourned with foliate and geometrical filigrain ornament, surmounted by an urn and two finials, oval break arch base raised on turned feet, together with two matching similarly decorated candle sticks 

numerals in good condition, hands replaced, movement as a great wheel skeleton clock from the second quarter of the 19h century, both case and movement are very rare to be like this, movement in working order and good condition, case in good condition with the gilding intact, from small holes at the back it shows that the case had something as a back, candlesticks both in good condition although one is slightly tilted, together with a winder, regulation key,a pendulum and two candle sticks
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."