A Dutch burr walnut musical longcse clock with ships automaton last quarter 19th Century

32-cm engraved chapter ring bearing the signature Pieter Aarts Amsteldam, fine hands and full calendar, ships automaton below connected to the anchor movement, half hour Dutch striking on alternating bells, 20-cm barrel musical mechanism playing one of six melodies with 29 hammers on 15 bells, burr walnut veneered case with fine foliate frets to the hood surmounted by an Atlas and two angels, shaped door with carved border and marquetry inlay, bombed base raised on claw feet

dial slightly tarnished, hands of good quality, ships automaton a little rubbed and needs adjusting, movement able to function but in need of good cleaning, musical mechnism needs to be cleaned, case of good quality a little pale but with nicely worked details such as the carving to the hood and door, left side of the base with shriking crack, right hind foot loose, together with a pendulum, winder, 3 weights and 3 statuettes
"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.

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