A Louis XV gilt-mounted ebony longcase clock, Le Faucheur, Paris, circa 1740

12-inch thirteen-piece enamel dial signed Le Faucheur A Paris, with apertures for day, date, month and moon phase, the similarly signed movement with dead beat escapement,  numbered outside count wheel, spring barrel for the strike and weight for the going train, the waisted case inlaid with cut brass and mounted throughout with crisply cast ormolu mounts depicting a winged hourglass, shells, dolphins and dragons, an enamel plaque below the dial similarly signed

Dial has old restoration by the winding hole, seconds hand replaced. Movement complete but much in need of a clean, pendulum suspension broken. The case in generally good condition throughout. With pendulum, weight, counter weight, winder and 2 case keys.
"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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Alexander Le Faucheur became master in 1729 and was appointed 'Horloger du Roi' in 1746. He is recorded at Pont au Change in 1748 and at Quai de l'horloge between 1772 and 1780.