JOHANNES BUSCHMAN | AN EBONY AND TURTLESHELL HORIZONTAL NOVELTY TABLE TIMEPIECE, AUGSBURGCIRCA 1650

• Movement: fusee and chain movement with verge escapement, the balance with hogs-bristle regulation, the backplate with foliate pierced and engraved cocks and signed Johannes Buschman, Aug• Dial: 3-inch silvered chapter ring with a standing figure of Minerva at the centre rotating to indicate the time with a staff, a sun rotating at her feet• Case: moulded case veneered with red shell and with block feet 

DIAL: in generally good condition, velvet background replaced, figure rather loose, tarnished and staff probably replaced. CASE: in generally good condition with old cracks and some repairs to the veneers. No winder. MOVEMENT: complete and running at time of cataloguing, some old repairs, spring barrel rather poorly soldered and could be improved. 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."