A Louis XVI ormolu and bronze sculptural quarter striking mantel clock with repeat

11.5-cm enamel dial with Roman numerals bearing the signature LeRoy A Paris, fine foliate pierced and engraved gilt hands, flat bottomed movement with Brocot escapement and rare countwheel quarter striking and pull wind repeat on two bells, finely ormolu drum case surmounted by hunting trophies with an oak tree, flanked by two patinated cherubs, moulded break front base adorned with rosettes and a guirlande in front of a guilloche band, raised on turned feet, on break front ebonized base with applied ormolu scoped panels 

A very similar version of this model is depicted in P. Kjellberg, Encyclopédie de La Française, du Moyen Age au XXe siècle, Paris, 1997, p. 233, image B.

replaced dial custom made for this clock probably in the mid 19th Century, large chip near left winding hole, small chip near right winding hole, chip near 10, minute hand possibly replaced but fairly well made, movement converted from anchor to Brocot escapement and from silk suspended pendulum to steel spring suspension (also probably in the second half of the 19th Century), able to function but needs to be cleaned, pull wind hammer return-springs need to be adjusted but will function then, case in good condition, the gilding in good condition with minute rubbing, cherubs repatinated and possibly varnished, base of later date with old mounts, together with a base, pendulum and a winder
"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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