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Cartel d'applique en bronze doré d'époque Louis XV, vers 1740, le cadran et le mouvement signés MYNUEL / A PARIS
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- bronze
- Haut. 60 cm, larg. 30 cm
- Height 23 1/3 in; width 11 3/4 in
poinçonné au C couronné, de forme asymétrique, orné de fleurs, coquilles, feuillages et enroulements rocaille, et de plaques de de treillage ajouré
Condition
Illustration is quite accurate. Very attractive and unusual model. Fine chasing, some similarities with Caffieri works. Stamped with the crowned C.
The cartel is quite dirty and will benefit from a light cleaning. Expected traces of oxidation and stains. The suspension has been changed. Otherwise the movement looks complete but is in need of complete service and overhaul.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Louis Mynuel (1675-1742), maître horloger à Paris
Un exemplaire quasiment identique, également signé de l'horloger Mynuel, est reproduit dans P. Kjellberg, La Pendule Française, Paris, 1997, p.95, fig. D.
Ce modèle de caisse, typique de l'art rocaille, est parfois décoré de plaques de tôle peinte à l'imitation du laque, à fond noir comme dans l'ancienne collection de la Vicomtesse de Courval, vente Sotheby's à Paris, le 25 mars 2014, lot 71, ou à fond rouge comme celui de la collection Dillée, vente Sotheby's à Paris, le 18 & 19 mars 2015, lot 242.