A small Dutch burr walnut marquetry inlaid striking longcase clock, third quarter 18th century

25.5-cm arched brass dial, engraved silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals, foliate pierced hands and subsidiary seconds, apertures for date, day and 'fan'-daysign, penny moon in the arch, brass season spandrels, weight driven anchor movement with rack striking Dutch half hour striking on two alternating bells, possibly associated burr walnut veneered case with bell top surmounted by a giltwood atlas and two angels, shaped moulded cornice with a carved scroll ornament and foliate pierced frets below, brass capped three quarter columns flanking the break arch glazed door, canted corners to the trunk, long shaped door with marquetry inlay and a brass urn lenticle, bombé base with a marquetry bird and string inlay, moulded plinth raised on claw feet

Dial a little dirty, signature plate probably of later date, numeral III with a small dent, movement able to function but might benefit from a clean, crutch broken and with the clock, one hammer needs to be adjusted, case in reasonable condition, a little dirty, a few pieces of the chequered inlay of the base lacking, ornament on top of the hood broken but the loose piece with the clock, door of the hood adjusted to fit the movement, top of the hood probably replaced, replaced lock and statuettes, movement/dial associated to the case, together with two weights, pendulum, winder, doorkey and 3 statuettes
"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.

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Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."