The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Ormolu mount : are slightly tarnished especially to the exposed areas.
The putto on the top is loose.
Some bronze elements are loose and have to be re-fixed, especially one frame above the dial, one angle on the left side of the bracket console and the foliate element under the bracket console.
One frieze on the top of the bracket console is detached and need to be restored.
Tortoiseshell : there are several cracks throughout and some losses especially to the edges.
Dial : There are some airline cracks to the enamel especially to the number I, IV, IX and X.
There are some minor chips to the edges of the enameled number and the name plaque.
Glass : one glass panel is missing on the right side.
Please note that this condition report has been written from a work of art and not a time-measuring object point of view. Therefore this lot has to be checked by a professional clock-maker.