A rare Austrian Biedermeier cherrywood ebonized weight driven quarter striking automaton mantel clock second quarter 19th Century

rare weight driven anchor movement with 'scape wheel mounted on the backplate, silk suspended pendulum, trip repeating rack quarter striking on two gongs with connection to the automaton arm of the polychrome figure in the centre of the 18-cm concave enamel dial with Roman numerals, fine blued hands, sweep seconds and date pointer, the weights suspended over pulleys in the back of the cherrywood and amboine veneered case with gilt classical mounts and two ebonized columns raised on tapered feet

dial in original condition with a little rubbing to the date numerals and the central painting, hands of good quality, the sweep hand restored at the central arbour, movement in good condition, recently cleaned and able to function, case in good condition, recently cleaned, together with 2 lead weights and a pendulum
"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."