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Description A Louis XVI ormolu quarter repeating cartel timepiece, Imbert L'ainé, Paris
circa 1780
5?-inch enamel dial signed Imbert L'ainé A Paris, similarly signed movement with slightly tapered and shaped plates, replaced 19th century suspension, repeating on two bells and with visible strike work on the backplate, the crisply cast case surmounted by an urn, flanked by acanthus sprays and draped with berried laurel swags below conforming finials, the lower section with glazed aperture, acanthus clasp and berried finial
51cm high
Condition Report Dial in good condition with a few minor surface scratches. Movement is complete but would benefit from a clean and fresh oil, suspension altered to Brocot. Case in generally good condition and appears to retain much of the original gilding though rather dirty. With replaced pendulum and a winder.
"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."
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Provenance Phoebe Alice Hoare, née van Neck (1885-1965);
By whom gifted to Edwina, Countess Mountbatten of Burma.
Notes Jean-Gabriel Imbert, known as
Imbert L'ainé (1735-1795) was a leading Parisian?
horloger of the latter half of the 18th century. He was received as
maitre in 1776 and appointed deputy of his guild. Examples of his work can be seen in the Musée Carnavalet, Paris.