A German gilt brass hexagonal striking table clock

12.5-cm engraved chapter ring with Roman numerals and a townscene in the centre, shaped blued hands, movement with iron baluster pillars and rack striking on a bell, fusee and chain going train, verge escapement and balance with later cock signed O.M. Cedergren Karlskrone, hexagonal gilt brass moulded case with glass panels to the sides raised cast ball feet, restorations

replaced chapter ring in the 18th Century when the clock was made from one hand to two hands, this caused an extra wheel which is visible through a slot in the side of the case, dial tarnished and needs to be resilvered, movement dirty, chain of fusee broken, verge and third wheel replaced, balance replaced and cock of later date, possibly converted from countwheel striking to rack striking, case dirty and with little rubbing to the gilding bell repaired, no accessories
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
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."