DAVID FRANTZEN | A GILT-BRASS HEXAGONAL QUARTER STRIKING HORIZONTAL TABLE CLOCK WITH ALARMKONIGSBERG, CIRCA 1710

• Movement: quarter striking movement with fusee and chain to the going train with verge escapement and large three-arm balance mounted on the backplate, engraved standing barrels for strike, quarter and alarm trains, numbered locking plate striking on two bells, the backplate with pierced and engraved cocks and signed David Frantsen, Konigsberg• Dial: 4¾-inch dial with silvered chapter ring, engraved gilt centre with date aperture and alarm disc• Case: moulded case with glazed panels and silvered corner term and lion mounts

DIAL: silvering rather rubbed, some minor surface rust to hands CASE: gilding rather rubbed, silvering tarnished, minor marks and scuffs throughout. MOVEMENT: appears to be complete but is dirty and not running, it will require service and overhaul Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."