A large and rare French Louis Philippe musical automaton framed wall clock mid 19th century

5-cm enamel dial with Roman numerals in a polychrome painted church behind houses with an automaton watermill and waterfountain, a bridge with train across simulated water with a moving ship, the painted background showing a mountainous landscape with moving balloons along the horizon, all automatons connected to a seperate mechanism, countwheel gong striking anchor movement with connection to a seperate mechanism striking the angulus on two gongs, musical mechanism numbered 1211 playing one of six melodies with a 21-cm cylinder on a comb, hinged glazed stucco gilt frame

dial alright, movement able to function but needs to be cleaned, all mechanisms able to function but in need of a clean, one rope for the automaton loose, the whole inner part with painting etc in original condition with little wear and looking fine, frame with refreshed gilding in good condition, together with a pendulum
"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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