A good and rare German Renaissance gilt brass quarter striking 'Turmchenuhr' with alarm

6.5-cm engraved chapter ring callibrated I-XII and 13-24 with touching knobs and concentric alarm disc, subsidiary below with date, moonphase and day of the mooncycle, well foliate engraved surround, similar dial on the reverse with striking recording dials and enamel regulation dial, gilt brass posted movement, fusee going train converted to chaff-cutter escapement with brass balance and steel recoil spring, countwheel quarter striking on three bells, alarm on a single bell, case surmounted by a turned finial and onion domed cuppola above a three-tiered arcade containing the bells, with a ring of finials on each tier, the whole enclosed by a balustrade and turned corner finals, the central section with Doric pilasters flanking arched glass panels set in foliate engraved surrounds, moulded plinth with foliate scrolls and fruit, moulded ebonized base with key-drawer inscribed with ink Philip 4 Rue de la Paix 14 Frevier 1666 A.K., raised on bun feet 

dials in good condition, hands looking good but probably replaced, movement in working order and in good condition, probably first converted to pendulum and in the first half of the 19th century to chaff-cutter, hard to tell what wheel are restored and what not, replaced alarm, case in good condition, some parts regilt but well done, hammers restored, top plate regilt and now fixed with screws, the case further in showroom condition, base appears to have age and might well be period with small imperfection to one of the mouldings, together with 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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