JEREMIAS PFAFF, AUGSBURG: A 17th Century rosewood and tortoi...

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£2,000 - £3,000

JEREMIAS PFAFF, AUGSBURG: A 17th Century rosewood and tortoiseshell striking table clock, the bird finial upon a silver mounted scrolled cornice over an architectural form case, central silvered Roman numerated circular dial with pierced and engraved flowers, single pierced brass hand and front verge pendulum, upon a gilt metal mask, single front drawer, raised upon feet (one detached). Back of case with brass hinged door accommodating the bell opening to reveal the backplate with signature, highly decorative pierced brass hammer, numbered countwheel and ratchet works, label verso, ivory inlay to chequered sections, standing 44cm high x 26cm wide x 11.5cm deep. IVORY REFERENCE CODE 7AN8SK9J. Jeremias Pfaff was a notable clockmaker from Augsburg, Germany, active during the late 17th century. His work is recognised for its craftsmanship and complexity. A notable creation of his is an automaton table clock featuring a lion, highlighting the intricate design and mechanical sophistication characteristic of that era.

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Many brass features on case are corroding and dirty. Case pillar to left is loose and needs a lot of work. Three ivory chequered sections missing by left window. Left window glass cracked. Front left foot is loose. Tortoiseshell front pieces have splits.