A Dutch Frisian walnut musical longcase clock, T. Haakma Leeuwarden

36-cm brass dial with engraved border and foliate spandrels, silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals and signature plaque inscribed Theunis Haakma Leeuwarden, pierced hands and subsidiaries for seconds and tune selection, apertures for date, day, month and moonphase in the arch flanked by finely engraved figures, anchor movement with trip repeating rack Dutch half hour striking on two alternating bells, playing with a 10-cm cylinder one of six melodies with 25 hammers on 13 bells, walnut case with shaped top surmounted by a gilt metal Atlas and two angels, shaped cornice with a carved ornament over pierced wood frets, brass capped ebonized pilasters flanking the glazed front door, shaped door to the canted trunk with Europe lenticle, shaped moulded base with scroll base raised on scroll feet    

dial very tarnished but of good quality engraving and should clean up very nicely, movement able to function and play but very dirty and in need of a complete overhaul, melodies are paired 3 x 2, playing one of the two melodies every half hour, case with reconstructed top prt of the hood, overall pale but structurally alright, later Atlas and angels, case was made to stand in a corner because the back of the base has canted sides to fit a corner, the feet are also positioned for this, together with three weights, winder, doorkey, pendulum and three statuettes. Please note the height of the clock should read 310cm
"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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