A GEORGE III GILT-MOUNTED MAHOGANY QUARTER CHIMING AND MUSICAL TABLE CLOCK FOR THE SPANISH MARKET, JAMES (DIEGO) EVANS, LONDON, CIRCA 1780 |

7¾-inch dial with rococo spandrels, applied painted time dial, signed on a recessed painted plaque in the arch Diego Evans, Bolsa Real, Londres, flanked by subsidiary date and tune selection dials, silencio/musica lever at XII, the three train fusee movement with verge escapement, trip repeat striking on a bell, quarter chiming and playing one of four tunes at the hour on a nest of twelve bells with twelve hammers, signed in a cartouche on the backplate as the dial, the case with a domed top and flambeau finials, gilt frieze fret, sunburst side frets, caryatid corners and bracket feet

Dial paintwork chipped and scratched, hour hand loose but we have it. movement is complete and would just run at cataloguing but is much in need of a clean and service. Case has old minor veneer repairs and losses,marks and cracks throughout. With a winder and a case key. The interior of the base of the case with trade label for Diego Evans, 7 Sweetings Alley, Bolsa Real, Londres and further information in Spanish (dirty and distressed).
"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."