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Two Louis XVi gold and enamel quarter-repeating watches, Le Loutre, Paris / Louis Puel, Nismes [sic], 1752 / circa 1770
Estimate
6,000 - 7,500 USD
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Description
- diameters 1 5/8 , 1 3/4 in. (4, 4.5cm)
The first with verge movement repeating à toc, white enamel dial, one later hand, the case finely enameled with pink and white flowers on basket weave ground and within green ribbon borders, ruby–set release buttons, the case with Paris gold marks for 1752 and maker's mark JQ and numbered 237; the second with verge movement, white enamel dial, paste-set hands, repeating à toc (originally fitted with a bell), the back chased with cupid in a classical landscape surrounded by swags and interlaced ribbons
Condition
as noted re: hand on first and bell on second, the latter also rubbed at high spots
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.