A SMALL EBONISED TABLE CLOCK, WILLIAM HUGHES, LONDON, CIRCA 1785 |

5-inch dial with mask and scroll spandrels, matted centre with mock pendulum aperture, signed on a plaque Wm Hughes, High Holborn, London, strike/silent dial in the arch, the fusee movement with five knopped pillars, verge escapement, trip repeat striking on a bell, the foliate engraved backplate fully signed as the dial, the case with broken-arch triple pad top and brass carrying handle, moulded base and brass bracket feet

Dial in generally good condition, rings would benefit from re-silvering, good original hands. Movement is complete but is very much in need of a clean, service and fresh oil. Case has old losses and damage throughout including upper right side moulding lacking, losses to rear door mouldings, cracks and losses to pads, other old scuffs marks and minor damage throughout. With winder and a modern wooden travelling box in poor condtion.
"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."