A small ebonised table clock, William Allam, London, circa 1775

5¾-inch dial with floral urn and scroll spandrels, matted centre with false pendulum and date apertures, the arch with subsidiary strike/silent and regulation dials flanking a silvered plaque signed William Allam, London, the five-pillar two train fusee movement with pivoted verge escapement, rise and fall regulation, trip repeat striking on a bell, similarly signed backplate engraved with foliate scrolls, the case with inverted bell top and brass carrying handle, the sides with pierced fret roundels and glazed panels, moulded base with later brass feet

Dial in good clean condition, some minor surface rusting to hands, regulation hand probably replaced. Movement complete and running at time of cataloguing but would benefit from a clean, it appears to retain the original wheel work throughout, some minor surface rusting to steel work. Case in generally good condition, side frets possibly replaced, some re-touching to ebonised finish, brass feet are later, minor old dents and marks throughout. With pendulum, winder and two case keys.
"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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