An Anglo Dutch walnut longcase clock, John Davis London

30.5-cm square brass dial with wheatear border, engraved silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals signed John Davis London, foliate pierced hands and ringed winding holes, date aperture and subsidiary seconds, cherub and crown spandrels, added arch with dolphin spandrels flanking a similarly signed signature plaque, anchor movement with ringed knopped pillars and outer countwheel striking on a bell, passing strike for the half hours, associated walnut case with bell top surmounted by two urn finials, foliate pierced frets above the break arch glazed door with brass capped half pillars, canted trunk, shaped door with Europe lenticle, shaped base with flower inlay, raised on bracket feet

dial a little tarnished, arch fixed with slided pins so can be removed at will, quality hands, movement in good condition and able to function, replaced seatboard, case of circa 1750 (probably The Hague) in original dirty condition, lacking center finial, the hood rather stained with a few shrinking cracks, trunk a little pale, front panel of base with shrinking cracks and further shrinking cracks to the sides of the base, together with two weights, a pendulum, a key, a winder and two finials
"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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