Lot 515
  • 515

A Dutch burr walnut striking longcase clock 18th/19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • 257cm. high without finial.
28.5-cm engraved brass dial, engraved silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals bearing the signature Pieter Bramer Amsterdam, subsidiary seconds and apertures for date and moonphase, season spandrels, anchor movement with rack hour striking on a bell, burr walnut case with bell top above foliate pierced frets, canted trunk with long break arch door, canted base raised on bun feet, alterations, restorations

Condition

19th century dial dirty, probably made from an English longcase clock and adjusted to look like an Amsterdam longcase clock, English longcase clock movement in good condition and able to function, replaced hood (probably 20th century) in good condition, 18th century runk with scratches and cracks due to age and wear with a crack at the canted part of the base, replaced feet, clock made from various parts with a later made hood, together with two weights, a pendulum, a doorkey
"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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