Cartel et sa console en bronze doré de style Louis XV, d'après un modèle de Jacques Caffieri

la caisse de forme asymétrique, surmontée de deux putti se disputant une torche enflammée, ciselée de motifs rocaille, agrafes, godrons et coquilles déchiquetées ; la console ajourée à décor de volutes, cartouches et feuilles de chêne ; le mouvement du XVIIIe siècle signé Gudin A Paris ; le cartouche central portant une signature aprocryphe de Jacques Caffieri

Dial in good condition. 18th century cartel d'alcove movement has been fitted to this much later 18th century-style case. Movement appears to be complete but would benefit from a clean and service.
"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."

Ce cartel reproduit celui conservé au Detroit Institute of Arts (fig. 1 ; cf. H. Ottomeyer, P. Proschel et al., Vergoldete Bronzen, Munich, 1986, p. 115, fig. 2.5.5).
Jacques Caffieri (1678-1755) fut l'un des plus grands bronziers de l'époque rocaille. Son atelier était situé rue des Canettes. Nommé fondeur-ciseleur des Bâtiments du roi, il travailla dès 1736 pour la Couronne et fournit notamment la caisse de la célèbre pendule astronomique de Passement et Dauthiau (Versailles), ainsi que les lustres de Madame de Pompadour (Bibliothèque de l'Institut), les montures de la commode de Gaudreaus pour la chambre de Louis XV à Versailles ou encore les deux lustres offerts par le roi à sa fille, Madame Infante, duchesse de Parme (ces trois dernières oeuvres conservées à la Wallace Collection). Son fils Philippe devint son associé à partir de 1747.