Charles Fasoldt, Albany, New York

• 4 1/2-inch matte yellow gilt dial, with engraved gilt numeral plaques, subsidiary seconds at 12 o'clock, dial signed C. Fasoldt, Albany, NY • substantial eight day fusee and chain movement with damascened shaped plates, fixed with blued-steel screws, the large platform escapement traversing the movement with damascened double wheel lever/detent escapement and compensation balance, free sprung blued steel helical hairspring • moulded gilt case with carrying handle

A magnificent piece. The crown wheel is bent. Three of the four glass panels are cracked. The seconds hand is missing. The clock must have suffered from a fall as both the front and back door are misaligned. The movement is currently fully wound and not running. The chain will need to be re-fastened to the winding barrel. The gilding to the case is original, however worn overall. The cartouche numerals to the dial have some discoloration. This lot is accompanied by a key.
"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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For a nearly identical example by Fasoldt, see Sotheby's, New York, Masterpieces from the Time Museum, Part Four, Volume II, Chronometers and Scientific Instruments, 13 and 14 October, 2004 lot 707.

Charles Fasoldt (1818-1898) was born in Dresden, Germany where he trained as a clock and watch maker before emigrating to America in 1848. He worked at first in New York, moving to Albany in 1861 where he set up a manufactory for clocks and watches specializing in precision work. A brilliant horologist, he was granted several patents during his career and the precision engineering and features seen on many of his clocks have not been surpassed in America.