A French Napoleon III gilt bronze and marble four-glass mantel clock circa 1870

13-cm two-piece enamel dial with Roman numerals and steel hands, the centre signed J.B. Delettrez 62 Rue Charlot Paris with visible Brocot escapement of the similarly signed rack bell striking movement with Ellicot type compensated pendulum, attractive marble and gilt bronze architectural four-glass case, the freeze with insized scrolls, red marble columns the interior with a finely engraved, armorial arms of griffins and a unicorn in a crown, enamel beat plaque, heavy moulded base with gilt and patinated mount raised on fluted feet

dial and hands in good condition, signature partly rubbed, movement recently cleaned, in good condition and able to function, case in good condition, the gilding intact, together with a pendulum and a 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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