Two various French Louis XIV-style boulle inlaid gilt brass mounted bracket clocks

the first with cartouche Roman numerals and bearing the signature Thuret A Paris, rack gong striking movement with brocot escapement, red turtleshell boulle inlaid case with gilt brass foliate mounts, glazed sides and front with a chariot mount; the other with blue cartouche Roman numerals bearing the signature Gilles Martinot A Paris, countwheel bell striking anchor movement lacking bell hammer, brown turtleshell boulle inlaid case with arched top and angled sides, without brackets

red turtleshell clock, dial and hands in good conditon, movement with Vincenti mark 1855 able to function and in working order when inspected, bell hammer repaired, case in good condition, a few small pieces of the boulle work lacking and inside of door starting to let loose but minor, gilding recently cleaned and looking fine, together with a pendulum (no winder and no key) brown turtleshell clock, dial and hands slightly tarnished but in good condition, movement complete but the spring of the going train broken, striking work functioning but the hammer lacking, case a little dirty but the boulle work fine, gilding a little rubbed, together with a pendulum and doorkey, no inder
"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."