SWISS | A QUARTER REPEATING AUTOMATON WATCH WITH JACQUEMARTS IN LATER GILT-METAL CASE CIRCA 1800 AND LATER

SWISS
A QUARTER REPEATING AUTOMATON WATCH WITH JACQUEMARTS IN LATER GILT-METAL CASE
CIRCA 1800 AND LATER

gilded full plate movement, verge escapement, pierced and engraved balance bridge, repeating on coiled gongs, white enamel chapter ring, Arabic numerals, skeletonised background with jacquemarts holding hammers for striking, automaton goat on a blued steel background which nods its head when the plunger is depressed, later gilt-metal case, gilt cuvette, ribbed band
diameter 57mm

Condition Report:
Movement: running at the time of cataloguing. Strike mechanism is not working.
Dial: multiple cracks to the chapter ring, later hands, classical figure not movement. The goat nods its head when the repeat plunger is depressed, signs of repair work.
Case: scuffed and tarnished throughout, stamped G.D with I above, no. 3558

"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."