An attractive French Louis XVI ormolu and marble sculptural mantel clock circa 1790

12.5-cm enamel dial with Arabic numerals and flower half hour marks signed à Paris, engraved gilt star hands, flat bottomed countwheel bell striking anchor movement with silk suspended pendulum, finely cast and chiseled ormolu case surmounted by Cupid on clouds hung with trailing garlands and supported by two dogs, oval marble base with a drape and flower basket mounts raised on gadrooned feet 

dail with a small chip at the left winding hole and a larger one on the right, hands in good condition, dial feet broken, dial now fixed with clamps, movement in working order and in good condition, bell hammer lacking (small repair), case in good condition, recently cleaned with the gilding in good condition only the pearl rim with some rubbing to the gilding, one rim loose but with the clock and one mount on the right side lacking, small repair at the back of the base to the marble, 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.

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."