A fine and large Empire ormolu and marble mantel clock, French, circa 1805

6½-inch restored enamel dial with centre seconds, bell striking movement with pin wheel escapement mounted on the backplate, silk suspension and beat adjustment on the crutch, outside count wheel, the case carved with rock and a waterfall and surmounted by a finely chased ormolu group of Venus and Cupid, the stepped bow-ended plinth applied with a plaque, mask and anthemion mounts, on toupee feet 

By repute from the collection of Kaiser Wilhelm II
Galerie Heinemann, Weisbaden

Enamel dial has been restored and over-painted with later arabic numerals, hands replaced. Movement is complete and appears to retain the original wheel work throughout, but would benefit from a clean. The case with good original gilding, some rubbing to the figures and a mark to the left upper arm of Venus, minor chips to the marble plinths and some mounts loose. With pendulum but no 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."

**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.

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A very similar clock with patinated rather than ormolu figures was sold Sotheby's, London, 11th June 1993, Lot 88.