A walnut marquetry longcase clock, William Cooper, Colchester, movement and case associated

Property of a descendant of William Beckford & The Dukes of Hamilton
A walnut marquetry longcase clock, William Cooper, Colchester, movement and case associated

12-inch dial with wheatear border, mask and scroll spandrels, signed Wm Cooper, Colchester, matted centre with subsidiary seconds dial, ringed winding holes and engraved date aperture, the movement with five knopped and ringed pillars, internal locking plate striking on a bell, the associated and altered case with flat top and spiral hood pilasters, rectangular trunk door with lenticle, the plinth with later base, the trunk door and plinth inlaid in various woods with bird, flower and vase marquetry
227.5cm., 89½in. high

Condition Report:
Dial in generally good condition though rather dirty. Movement is complete and appears to retain the original wheel work throughout but is very dirty and needs complete clean, service and overhaul. Associated case has replaced/rebuilt hood and later base to the plinth, replaced mouldings to the trunk door, other restorations, losses, scuffs and marks throughout. With a pendulum and two weights but no winder or case keys.

"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."