An ebonised quarter repeating table clock, William Scafe, London

7-inch dial with rococo spandrels, matted centre with calendar and mock pendulum apertures, the arch with a strike/silent dial and applied with a silvered arc signed William Scafe, London, similarly signed two train fusee movement with six knopped pillars, re-instated verge escapement, pull repeating the quarters on six bells and with a further bell for the hour, the backplate engraved with leaf scrolls around a basket of flowers, inverted bell top case with brass carrying handle and foliate front door frets

Dial in good condition. Movement reasonably clean and appears to run, verge escapement re-instated with later apron to the back cock, one quarter repeating bell cracked. The case re-polished, part of one foot detached, some damage to dial mask and other minor scuffs and veneer cracks throughout. With a case key but no winder.
"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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William Scafe was born in Yorkshire and was apprenticed to his father as a blacksmith.  At some stage he moved to London and in 1721 he gained his Freedom of the Clockmakers' Company, serving as an Assistant in 1743 and becoming Master in 1749. He had premises at the sign of the Clock in King Street near the Guildhall.