A good French Louis XIV ebononized turtleshell brass mounted 'religieuse' table clock, Clouzier

19-cm ormolu relief chapter ring with blue cartouche Roman numerals on velvet covered dial, pierced and engraved gilt hands, ormolu mount below with cherubs and a mask incorporating an enamel signature plaque signed Clouzier A Paris, similar signed numbered countwheel bell striking movement with baluster pillars, silk suspended pendulum with cycloid cheeks, brass bound turtleshell veneered case with ebonized borders, domed top surmounted by eight finials, brass moulded arched glazed panels to the front door and sides, Corinthian capitals to the stop-fluted pilasters, plinth with protruding corners flanking a foliate pierced and engraved drape mount, raised on square concave sided feet

dial slightly tarnished but in good condition, movement able to function and in good condition, cycloid cheeks/ verge crownwheel/ up and down arrangement restored but all well done, attractive case a little dirty but in good condition, very nice turtleshell panels and brass details, brass parts probably all gilt but hard to tell, together with a pendulum and doorkey
"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."

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