- 107
A gilt-bronze cartel clock and candelabra, Louis XVI, the movment signed Viger A Paris and numbered n.1364
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-bronze, enamel
- Haut. 66 cm, larg. 32 cm; Height 26 in, width 12 2/3 in
the enameled dial topped by a musical trophy and a ribbon, the lower part with a Silenus mask and a vine leaves garland ; with two branches for light
Provenance
Poulain and Le Fur, Paris, 9 December 2000, lot 189
Literature
Literature references:
- H. Ottomeyer and P. Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Die Bronzearbeiten des Spätbarock und Klassizismus, t. I, Munich, 1986, p. 242, fig. 4.5.9
- J. F. B. Watson, The Wrightsman Collection. Furniture, gilt bronze and mounted porcelain, carpets, t. II, New York, 1966, p. 363, n. 184
- H. Ottomeyer and P. Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Die Bronzearbeiten des Spätbarock und Klassizismus, t. I, Munich, 1986, p. 242, fig. 4.5.9
- J. F. B. Watson, The Wrightsman Collection. Furniture, gilt bronze and mounted porcelain, carpets, t. II, New York, 1966, p. 363, n. 184
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
The gilding is slightly rubbed and tarnished, especially to the ribbons and to the musical trophy.
2 leaves are missing to the right hand side branch.
There are minute surface scratches to the white enamel of the dial and some minor yellow stains.
Please note that we do not guarantee that the mechanism is in working order.
Fine model with uncommon branches for light on both sides of the dial.
"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
This cartel clock is the only one with light branches. A similar example of this cartel clock, and therefore without light branches and signed by the clock maker Joseph Buzot, was part of the collections of the Baroness of Becker, then those of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wrightsman until 1985. It is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York (inv. 1985.313.2). This model was quite popular and was copied several times during the second half of the 19th century.