Cartel en bronze doré du début de l'époque Louis XV, le cadran signé GUDIN / A PARIS

la caisse à décor de cartouches et godrons rocaille, sommée de deux chimères

Illustration is quite accurate, although a little too shiny. Gilding would benefit from a slight cleaning (stains and wear in places). Attractive rocaille case in overall good condition. Enamel dial has damage at V and chips around both winding holes, hour hand clipped. Bell striking movement with numbered outside count wheel signed on the backplate as the dial, later anchor escapement and steel suspension. Complete but very dirty and needs clean, service and overhaul. With a winder but no pendulum.
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