Cartel - baromètre en marqueterie Boulle d'écaille et de laiton et monture de bronze doré d'époque Restauration, vers 1830

le cadran à cartouches émaillés signé Daniel Clavier à Paris, sommé d'un cadran de baromètre sur fond émaillé bleu inscrit dans une pyramide sommée d'une couronne fermée aux armes de France ; le cadran et le mouvement du début du XVIIIe siècle

Illustration is accurate. Good overall condition. Some minor cracks to the tortoiseshell. A few minor brass filets are lifting. The gilding of the mounts is slightly tarnished. The mechanism : Dial and movement signed Daniel Clavier, Paris and early 18th century with later conversion to Brocot escapement and suspension, later bell. In need of complete service, overhaul and repair. Barometer mechanism is incomplete. No pendulum or winder. Please note that we do not guaranty the working order of the mechanism.
"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."