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Pendule en bronze doré d'époque Louis XV, le cadran et le mouvement signés Moisy / AParis et numéroté n°131
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
- Haut. 58 cm, larg. 31 cm, prof. 19 cm
- Height 22 3/4 in; width 12 1/4 in; depth 7 1/4 in
le cadran ceint de volutes rocaille et sommé d'un putto (associé), reposant sur un socle ajouré ; (mécanisme de la base manquant ; usures à la dorure ; marque apocryphe de Jean-Joseph de Saint-Germain sur la base)
Provenance
Ancienne collection D.D. Stathatos, vente Maître Alex Baussy, Cannes, les 24 et 25 septembre 1962
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate despite being too yellow.
The gilt-bronze:
The gilding is rubbed and tarnished. The putto on the upper part is associated.
As stated in the catalogue, the musical mechanism of the base is missing.
As stated in the catalogue, the stamp "Saint-Germain" is spurious.
The dial:
There are two chips to the enamel near the right key hole, between, II and III.
There are some scratches, especially near 40.
The pendulum is missing.
Please note that we do not guarantee the mechanism is in working order.
Nice model and nice quality of chasing.
"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
Jean Moisy, horloger actif à Paris dans la seconde moitié du XVIIIe siècle