An attractive French Louis XVI ormolu and marble sculptural mantel clock, Lépine circa 1780

13-cm enamel dial with Roman numerals signed Lépine H.er DU ROY Place De Louis X 4, blued fleur-de-lys hands and striking regulation lever outside X, similarly signed No. 4216 countwheel lacking bell striking anchor movement fitted in rosé gilt drum case, surmounted by a finely cast and chiseled seated bacchante drinking from a cup and vines and a drape below, supported by two winged putti seated on goats, moulded white marble break front base with pierced ormolu mounts raised on engraved toupee feet

dial in good condition, dial feet broken and now fixed with screws but very well done, small chip outside 40 but under the bezel, minute hand replaced, movement in good condition and in working order, bell lacking, anchor restored in the 19th century and pendulum now with steel suspension (well done), case of very good quality bronze in good conditon, gilding intact and marble also in good condition, together 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.

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