Austrian

• 11-inch painted white dial, Roman numerals, bordered by hand-painted polychrome scene depicting two female classical figures playing instruments, further bordered by scroll and wreath decoration, all to a painted black background, the upper portion of the dial is open to reveal a vignette with automaton scene • when activated eleven hand-painted figures move, play instruments and dance to the accompanying music • anchor recoil escapement, striking on one bell, musical pipe barrel, 64 wooden pipes, large rectangular bellows, painted black organ reeds • cherry wood case with ebonized molded scroll top cornice • ebonized accents to each door, panel and base

The weights are not attached and clock is not properly set up at this time. The movement will need to be serviced as it has need been done in a very long time. There is some repair to the bellows at the base of the reeds. The dial has been repaired/repainted to 12, 3, 6 and 9 o'clock. There are scratches to the dial. The hour hand is loose and has been repaired, solder is visible. The painted figures that border the dial are in decent shape with some small cracks and tiny bubbles. There is some loss of finish and spotting to the two painted figures. There are some splits and cracks to the large opening of the dial that reveals the automaton scene. The automaton figures are aged with some loss of paint and detail, but generally well preserved. The case has some chips throughout, particularly to the ebonized sections. There is a heavy chip to the front lower right edge of the bonnet with repair beneath it. Small chips to the base of the clock. The escutcheon on the primary door is very loose. 21 keys, 63 pipes
"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."