French

• 4 in (10.2 cm) two piece enamel dial with Roman numerals and visible Brocot escapement • bell striking movement, glazed rectangular gilt brass case • strike on the hour and half hour • mounted on a wooden base fitted with a singing bird mechanism • the brightly feathered singing bird rises from a pierced and engraved bird-form reserve, when activated the bird swivels, flaps its wings and moves its beak, the bird sings at will and on the half-hour

The present lot contains endangered species which is subject to United States Fish & Wildlife Services CITES restrictions upon international export. The time frame for shipment outside the United States is approximately 6-8 months. Case in good condition with light spotting and patina to the brass. Dial in good condition with no apparent hairlines or cracks. Wooden base with light wear along the edges. Brass mounts where the top clock section and the wood base meet are slightly loose. Bird currently not functioning and will require an overhaul. No pendulum. Accompanied by 2 keys for the clock and a small key for the bird box.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

The present lot features the unusual combination of a four glass clock with a concealed singing bird. The mechanical principle is similar to the singing bird box, where the bird is concealed beneath a lid. When the bird is activated it rises to sing and at the end of its song the bird folds beneath its lid. The present lot is a departure from singing birds more typically found in clocks where the singing bird is on display such as those in the birdcage examples.