Pendule en bronze patiné et doré d'époque Louis XV, le cadran signé Romilly à Paris

représentant une femme assise, une main sur la caisse, avec des palmes stylisées sortant d'une terrasse rocaille ajourée ; le mouvement numéroté 3549 ; (éclat au cadran; le mouvement rapporté)

Galerie Maurice Segoura, Paris

Collection privée parisienne

Movement and dial circa 1900: Dial has damage near winding hole and centre. Movement needs a clean; lever platform escapement.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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."

Jean Romilly, horloger reçu maître à Paris en 1752

Ce modèle de pendule aurait été identifié comme celui figurant sur la cheminée  de la chambre du duc de Choiseul à travers la célèbre boîte de Van Blarenberghe.

Une pendule identique (ancienne collection Elisabeth Parke Firestone)a été vendue chez Christie's à New york ,le 23 mars 1991).