A very fine gilt-mounted white marble table clock with inlaid musical base, Isaac Favre, Neuchatel

4¼-inch enamel dial signed Isac Favre A Neuchatel, finely pierced and engraved trellis hands, the two train movement with later deadbeat escapement and steel suspension, sunburst pendulum, trip repeating quarter striking on two bells, a detent releasing the musical movement at each hour, the cadrature mounted on the backplate, signed and numbered Isaac Favre a Neuchatel, No.456, the drum surmounted by an urn and supported on square pillars with gilt foliate and trophy mounts, the breakfront plinth with toupie feet, the similarly signed musical movement with a substantial fusee and chain driving a pinned barrel playing six airs on a carillon of thirteen bells with twenty one hammers, the rectangular case with gilt gallery above panels of burrwood inlaid with paterae and set with gilt trophies, simulated marble pillars and breakfront base, the side doors with gilt trellis frets

Dial generally good with minor hair crack to left winding hole. Clock movement appears to be complete but is much in need of a clean and not currently working, escapement replaced, striking requires some attention. Musical movement needs a clean but runs and plays well with good tone. Clock case is rather dirty but in reasonably good condition, some edge chips to case, beading lacking from base. Musical case in generally good original condition with old cracks, scuffs, minor losses and repairs throughout, side door hinges defective. With pendulum and two winders.
"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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Isaac Favre was born in 1750 and died in 1816.