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Lot 318
  • 318

An ebony, hardstone and ormolu-mounted night timepiece, G Monginot, Florence, circa 1690

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • Ebony, copper, brass, glass
  • 84cm. 33in. high
12ΒΌ x 7-inch re-painted copper dial depicting Christ with followers within a landscape, the upper section with an aperture revealing the hours passing by quarter hour markings, the fusee movement with circular plates signed Gio: Monginot, Fiorenze, with baluster pillars, verge escapement with bob pendulum and pierced and engraved cock, the architectural triple breakfront case with arched cresting and fluted scroll sides applied with ormolu mounts, the base inset with a drawer, the whole decorated with polished stone panels in shades of red and green within gilt borders

Condition

Dial repainted, glass door cracked. Movement appears to run but would benefit from a clean. Case in generally good condition but with many old cracks and marks to the wood, two pieces of ormolu frame lacking from upper right corner, back boards replaced, candle stands removed, hair cracks to some of the stone panels. 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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