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A fine French carriage clock with unusual glass bead highlighted Aesthetic style porcelain panels and push-button repeatAchille Brocot, Paris, circa 1870The eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with central AB within a star trademark over serial number 354 to lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial panel overall painted in gilt and silver with butterfly inhabited stylised foliage incorporating toned glass bead applied infill to the wings of each insect, the centre with gilt floral spray within Roman numeral chapter ring and with blued steel hands, the lacquered brass case with ringed baton centred hinged handle over bevelled top glass and cavetto cornice, the angles with ribbed 'quoin' uprights and the sides inset with additional Aesthetic style porcelain panels each matching the dial with glass bead decorated butterfly inhabited stylised flowering foliage within a cream field, on complex cavetto and ogee moulded plinth base, (corner crack to right hand panel), 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. Achille Brocot is recorded in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as born in 1817 and died in 1878. The Museums Victoria (Australia) website notes that Achille patented several improvements in clock mechanism escapements, and invented the 'Brocot Suspension', an adjustable pendulum spring which enabled time keeping to be regulated by altering the length of the pendulum suspension spring by a key turned in the dial. He also introduced a jewelled deadbeat escapement, sometimes called a visible escapement as it was often mounted in the middle of the dial. Achille was awarded a first class medal at the Paris Exhibition in 1855, and in 1856 was appointed Treasurer to La Société des Horlogers in Paris. He published a "Calculation of the Wheels by Approximation" in 1862. His sons Achille and Paul continued the business following Achille senior's death 1878. The firm was taken over by rival clock maker Gustave Gibaudet in 1889. The porcelain panels of the current lot are unusual in that they incorporate applied clustered coloured glass bead infill to the wings of the butterfies which catches and reflects light in such a way as to bring the insects to life. This is due to the intensity of the reflected light changing as the angle from which the panels are viewed varies, and is particularly effective when lit straight-on by a single source. Two carriage clocks with similarly decorated panels are illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 158-59 (Figs 9.55 and 9.56).Condition Report: Movement appears complete and free from visible alterations, repairs or replacements. The movement is running and the strike train is in working condition including the repeat mechanism. The dial is in fine condition with no visible damage. The right hand panel has a significant corner crack which is particularly noticeable hence is detrimental however as it appears to be a clean break no doubt invisible restoration is possible in the hands of a good ceramic restorer. Otherwise damage to both panels is limited to light crazing and a few tiny 'gnats bite' chips to the edges. The gilt lacquer finish to the case has some light patchy discolouration in places, the rear door glass has some tiny chips to the upper corners, the front glass appears free from visible faults.The clock does not have a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass carriage clock with Aesthetic style porcelain panels and push-button repeat Unsigned, Paris, late 19th century The eight-day gong two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 259 to lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial panel overall painted in polychrome and gilt with asymmetric panels incorporating polychrome coastal landscape scene and two further red and black gilt landscapes, within a cream field populated with a gilt dragon and stylised foliage, the centre with gilt butterfly within Roman numeral chapter ring and with blued steel spade hands, the frosted gilt brass case a variant of the pillars design with baton centred geometric outline hinged handle over bevelled top glass, caddy top moulding and scalloped 'pagoda' cornice, the angles with bamboo three-quarter column uprights, the sides inset with additional Aesthetic style porcelain panels matching the dial with arrangement of shaped polychrome, puce, blue, iron-red and black ground landscape panels within a cream ground incorporating gilt birds and insects and a rat amongst stylised flowering foliage, on complex moulded plinth base with copper-plated milled band stepped skirt, the inside of the rear of the case stamped 200, 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle.   Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.   The design of the porcelain panels of the current lot draw their inspiration from Japanese art in particular Satsuma pottery. The study and interpretation of Japanese decorative arts was a core element of the Aesthetic Movement which in-turn influenced Orientalist design which became highly fashionable during the latter quarter of the 19th century. Furthermore the 'pagoda' design of the case compliments the Aesthetic feel of the panels resulting in an object which is fully integrated in its visual qualities. A closely related clock is illustrated on the rear dust jacket of Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS.   Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial has a crack across the upper right hand corner (visible on closer examination) and very light rubbing to the chapter ring otherwise is in fine condition. The side panels appear free from damage or visible restoration although some light glaze crazing is apparent. The gilt detail to the porcelain panel is in very good condition withy next to no/very minimal wear. The case is in very fine condition with no apparent wear to the gilding and no visible damage to the glasses. Clock has a winding key.   Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass bamboo cased carriage clock with Aesthetic style porcelain panels, push-button repeat and alarmUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and sounding the alarm on the same gong, the backplate stamped with serial number 2051 to lower left hand corner, the rectangular porcelain dial panel overall painted in polychrome and gilt with asymmetric panels of carp, herons and insects within a cream field populated with a bird, butterfly inhabiting stylised foliage, the centre with gilt on iron-red Roman numeral cartouche chapter ring and blued steel hands over conforming alarm setting dial to lower margin, the gilt brass bevel glazed bamboo case with frame modelled to resemble sections of bamboo overlapping at the corners, the top with conforming hinged carrying handle and panel-glazed escapement aperture and the sides inset with additional Aesthetic style porcelain panels matching the dial with arrangement of shaped panels and objects decorated with carp, birds and other motifs within a cream ground incorporating birds and insects amongst flowering foliage within a blue and gilt geometric border, on integral bamboo stump feet, 16.5cm (6.5ins) excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The design of the porcelain panels of the current lot draw their inspiration from Japanese art in particular Satsuma pottery. The study and interpretation of Japanese decorative arts was a core element of the Aesthetic Movement which in-turn influenced Orientalist design which became highly fashionable during the latter quarter of the 19th century. Furthermore the 'bamboo' design of the case compliments the Aesthetic feel of the panels resulting in an object which is fully integrated in its visual qualities. A group of timepieces illustrating the variations on the theme of the current lot can be found in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 172-73 (Fig. 10.16-17).Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition with no visible signs of alteration or significant replacements. The strike train is currently out of sync with the hands otherwise all is working as it should. The dial is in fine condition with no visible faults. The case presents as being in good condition however both side panels have repaired cracks to corners -the left hand to the lower left and the right hand to both lower corners and upper left. These cracks are visible hence can be seen on examination but are not are not considered disfiguring by ourselves. The rear door glass has chipping to the lower right hand corner, the top glass is free from damage. The lacquered finish to the frame of the case has only very slight discolouration and wear in places.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass bamboo cased carriage clock with relief enamelled panels and push-button repeatProbably by Jules Brunelot, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day gong striking movement with platform lever escapement and stamped with trademark B within a circle to lower left hand corner, the rectangular enamel dial panel overall decorated with pair of relief wading cranes, flowering shrubbery and bamboo shoots incorporating Roman numeral cartouche chapter ring and blued steel spade hands, the gilt brass bevel glazed bamboo case with frame modelled to resemble sections of bamboo overlapping at the corners, the top with conforming hinged carrying handle and panel-glazed escapement aperture and the sides inset with additional relief chinoiserie enamel panels matching the dial with male opposing female wading cranes and butterflies amongst flowering bamboo shoots within a cream ground, on integral bamboo stump feet, (original platform escapement replaced but present with the clock) 16.5cm (6.5ins) excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The trademark stamped to the lower left hand corner of the backplate of the current lot (letter B within a circle) is noted in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as possibly being for Jules Brunelot although no evidence has been found to confirm this.The enamel panels of the current lot are unusual in that details such as the cranes, insects and and larger floral blooms are picked-out in relief giving the scene a three-dimensional appearance. This style of enamel work is rare however a similar example is illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS page 173 (Fig. 10.18). The overall visual effect exemplifies the Orientalist style which was at its height during the 1880's. Traditionally cranes in Chinese art represent peace and longevity, although the decoration is very much an European interpretation the symbolism would seem highly appropriate for a carriage clock.Condition Report: Movement is basically in working condition however the strike train is currently not sounding the hour at the hour (single blow at the half hour is operational). The repeat function operates as it should. The escapement is a modern replacement however a period correct silvered platform in apparently undamaged condition is supplied with the clock. The dial has slight rubbing to the black of the numerals otherwise appears to be in fine condition. The case exhibits no noticeable wear to the gilding and the side panels appear to be perfect. The glass panel to the rear door has chipping to the lower right corner.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French frosted gilt brass carriage clock with multi-coloured relief cast foliate decorated anglaise riche case, push-button repeat and alarmUnsigned, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and alarm sounding on the same gong, the backplate stamped with serial number 433 to lower left and the frontplate stamped with indistinct number ..33 to lower left hand corner and 32 to centre with a larger stamp, the dial with gilt Roman numeral chapter ring inset into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief with bird and butterfly inhabited floral trails, with blued steel hands and conforming alarm setting dial to lower margin, the bevel-glazed frosted gilt brass anglaise riche with every surface decorated with bands and panels of bird inhabited floral sprays picked-out in gilt, silver and copper on a grey patinated ground, including the frame of the gilt reeded baton centred hinged carrying handle, Corinthian column shafts, frame of the back door and mouldings of the skirt base, 18cm (7ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The highly decorative bands and panels decorating every surface of the current lot employs a series of differing techniques to gild, silver, copper and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast and engraved scenes to provide depth and contrast. A related example incorporating comparable decoration to all parts of the case is illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS on page 160 (Fig. 9.38) where the decoration is described as 'quite outstanding' and 'must have been one of the most time consuming methods of decorating a carriage clock'Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition, the strikework (including the repeat mechanism) is fully operational. The going train mainspring is wound and escapement will beat for a few seconds before stopping suggesting that the going train is in sound condition but oil/lubrication has dried-out hence a gentle clean/service will most likely be required. The movement exhibits no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The alarm is in working condition although the setting pointed appears to be out-of-sync with the releasing mechanism. The dial is appears to be in in perfect condition. The case which is in similar condition exhibiting no noticeable wear to the finish or chips to the glasses.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass carriage clock with multi-coloured relief cast chinoiserie panels and push-button repeat Gay, Lamaille and Company, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with oval PATENT SURETY ROLLER to centre of the backplate over further oval G.L trademark and serial number 749 to lower left, the dial with silvered Roman numeral chapter ring inset into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief with an Arcadian oriental garden landscape incorporating figure on a bridge next to pavilion on a rocky outcrop to lower margin, the centre with a pair of swifts descending onto branches and fine stylised pierced and engraved gilt brass hands, the frosted gilt brass case a variant of the pillars design with baton centred geometric outline hinged handle over thick bevelled top glass, caddy top moulding and scalloped 'pagoda' cornice, the angles with bamboo three-quarter column uprights, the sides inset with fine figural scenes in copper, silver, grey and gilt of male archers hunting deer opposing robed figures flying kites next to a pavilion, on complex moulded plinth base with stepped skirt, the inside of the rear of the case stamped 273, 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The firm of Gay, Lamaille and Company and their patent for the 'surety roller' is discussed by Thomas R. Wotruba in his article The story behind PATENT SURETY ROLLER stamped on carriage clocks published in ANTIQUARIAN HOROLOGY June 2017 2019 (pages 239-47). Moritz describes how the Patent Surety Roller (a mechanism which prevents the strike star wheel from accidentally jumping out-of-sync whilst the clock is being transport) was invented by Moritz Immisch for which he received a brevet in 1979. The patent was subsequently secured by Messrs Gay, Lamaille and Company of Paris and London. One of the firm's founders, Emile Gay(e), is recorded as working at 20 Red Lion Square, London in 1861before going into partnership with a clockmaker named Vicarino and setting up operations at 5 rue Beranger, Paris. In around 1877-78 George Lamaille replaced Vicarino forming Gay, Lamaille and Company who through their strong connections with London supplied many of the leading English retailers such as Dent, Frodsham and Lund & Blockley during the latter years of the 19th century. The highly decorative panels of the current lot employ a series of differing techniques to gild, silver, copper and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast panels to bring the scenes alive. The distinctly Oriental style of the panels coupled with the 'pagoda' form of the case and details such as the finely worked hands have resulted in an object which is fully integrated in its design and execution in a style that would have been at the height of fashion during the 1880's. Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition and is running, with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The strikework (including the repeat mechanism) is fully operational. The dial has some very slight rubbing to the black of the numerals otherwise appears to be in in perfect condition. The case is in similar condition exhibiting no noticeable wear to the gilding and finish to the panels or chips to the glasses.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass carriage bow-sided clock with multi-coloured relief cast foliate decorated dial and push-button repeat Unsigned, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 1879 to lower left corner of the backplate, the frontplate further stamped with 79 over S to lower left and again with two indistinct characters to centre, the dial with silvered Roman numeral chapter ring inset into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief with bird and butterfly inhabited floral trails picked-out in gilt and silver on a grey patinated ground, with blued steel hands and conforming decoration to centre, the bevel-glazed case a bow-sided variation of the anglaise riche design with spiral fluted baton to the hinged carrying handle over thick D-ended top glass, complex moulded cornice and fluted frieze, the angles with twist fluted three-quarter columns incorporating copper finished Corinthian capitals and the sides with generous bowed glasses, on cavetto moulded shaped skirt base incorporating shallow block feet, 17.5cm (7ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The highly decorative dial mask of the current lot employs a series of differing techniques to gild, silver and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast and engraved infill to provide depth and contrast. The bow-sided design of the case is particularly attractive and scarce variant of the anglaise riche design which can directly compared to a porcelain panel inset example by Drocourt illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS on page 96 (Fig. 6.26 

A French engraved brass carriage clock with porcelain panels and push-button repeatProbably by Jules Brunelot, Paris, circa 1870The eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement stamped with trademark B within a circle to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular powder blue ground porcelain dial with cobalt blue-and-white rosette and repeating pink flowerhead decorated centre within black on gilt Roman numeral cartouche painted chapter ring and with unusual gilt and blued steel spade hands, the upper spandrel areas with stylised polychrome leafy motifs and the lower margin with conforming motifs and strapwork scrolls flanking central rosette, the cannelee case engraved throughout with bands of scrolling foliate with hinged brass carrying handle over large top glass, complex upper mouldings and channelled uprights to angles, the sides with porcelain panels each symmetrically decorated with four leafy motifs to centre within a deep blue strapwork border onto a powder blue ground populated with gilt foliate trails with pink flowerheads within a burnished gilt surround, on ogee moulded skirt base, 14cm (5.5ins) high excluding handle. The trademark stamped to the lower left hand corner of the backplate of the current lot (letter B within a circle) is noted in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as possibly being for Jules Brunelot although no evidence has been found to confirm this.The porcelain panels of the present timepiece are a little unusual in that they appear to have been executed to resemble cloisonné enamel, with symmetrical Arabesque designs incorporating colours divided within fine gilt line and foliate scroll detailed edging which is most likely intended to represent the brass cell structure of cloisonné enamel work.Condition Report: Movement appears complete and original and is in working condition although a clean and overhaul is advisable. The dial panel appears free from visible damage although the glazing to the porcelain has light crazing and the black text of the numerals is a little faint. Both porcelain side panels have significant rubbing to the gilding and the left hand has a small shallow chip to the lower left hand corner. The frame has lost its gilding (through polishing) otherwise case is in sound original condition albeit with some shallow but noticeable internal chipping to the lower right hand corner of the rear door glass.Clock does not have a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A French gilt brass carriage clock with figural painted porcelain panels and push-button repeatThe movement stamped L.F., Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with L.F., PARIS shield trademark over serial number 4437 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial panel incorporating vertical Arabic hour numerals and blued steel spade hands over scene of two female figures in 18th century dress seated on a settee next to a pond with a swan within an Arcadian garden terrace, the Neoclassical case with hinged textured reeded baton handle over thick shaped bevelled top glass and inverted breakfronted cornice incorporating rosette-centred panels above three quarter columns with textured reeded shafts and leafy capitals to angles, the sides with finely painted panels with fill length figures of 18th century gallants within garden landscapes with chateaux backdrops, on conforming inverted breakfronted skirt base applied with cast repeating Neoclassical scroll infill and rosette to angles over squat toupe feet, (some damage to dial and right hand panel), 17cm (6.75ins) high. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The Neoclassical design of the current lot is a scarce pattern which can be directly compared to an example illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 174 (Fig 10.19) and appears to draw its inspiration from the finest early French examples made by Breguet during the 1820's (see Roberts pages 25-29). The shield trademark L.F., PARIS stamped to the lower left hand corner of the backplate of the appears not to be recorded in the usual sources.Condition Report: The movement appears free from alteration and significant replacements, and is working condition (with the strike and repeat functioning as they should) however the mechanism is a little dirty/tarnished so a gentle clean and overhaul is advised. The dial panel has a crack running up the right hand side of the lower half (up to a securing screw) and chipping around a securing screw to the left hand side. Both of these faults are fairly visible. The right hand side panel has a vertical crack through the centre as well as lesser cracks/chipping to the upper corners, these faults are also fairly noticeable hence detract from the appearance of the panel to a degree. The left hand panel appears undamaged except for a few tine chips to both upper corners. The case is in good overall condition with overall minor rubbing/discolouration to the lacquered and gilt surfaces. There are two small shallow depressions in the casting of the top each side of the repeat button suggesting that a presentation inscription has been removed (polished-out) at some point. The glasses appear free from noticeable chips although a couple of very tiny 'gnats bites' can be detected on very close examination.Clock has a winding key.  Condition Report Disclaimer

A very fine Limoges enamel panelled gilt brass cased carriage clock with push-button repeat and alarmProbably by A. Dumas, Paris, circa 1878The eight-day two train movement with silvered platform lever escapement, striking the hour on a gong and with alarm sounding on the same gong, the backplate with Arabic hour disc to the alarm setting square and stamped with oval A.D trademark next to serial number 1899 to lower left corner, the rectangular deep maroon almost black enamel dial with gilt star rosette to centre, contrasting white Roman numerals to chapter ring and gilt brass fleur-de-lys hands, the upper spandrel areas decorated in translucent polychrome enamel with Renaissance inspired stylised foliate scrolls and the lower margin with a pair of griffin Grotesques inhabiting conforming leafy infill, the bevel-glazed frosted gilt brass case variant on anglaise riche design with hinged reeded baton carrying handle over dentil cornice, fluted baluster Corinthian three-quarter corner columns with rose gilt capitals and fine enamelled side panels intricately decorated with full length portraits of a Renaissance lute player and opposing female companion in ornate robes with details picked-out in translucent enamel on a deep maroon almost black ground, on architectural plinth base with complex upper mouldings and skirt, 18cm (7ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The identity of the maker who used trademark A.D within an oval surround is currently unknown however clocks stamped with the same initials but within a diamond lozenge are known to be by A. Dumas who is noted in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development for a relatively small number of clocks bearing low serial numbers and having porcelain dials and panels. Allix also cites Saunier describing A. Dumas as a maker of his own gongs and cases which is of interest bearing in mind that the same oval A.D trademark has been seen on gong blocks used by Drocourt amongst others. Indeed it is the presence of this mark on the gong block of some of their clocks which has led to the incorrect belief by some that the mark was actually for Alfred Drocourt. The exquisite dial and side panels of the current lot are textbook examples of the finest enamel-work produced in the Limoges workshops during the second half of the 19th century. The Renaissance subject matter along with the colour palette (in particular the dark ground) revives the style for which the region became particularly well-known for during the 16th Century. Indeed the popularity and re-establishment of the Limoges enamel workshops during the second half of the 19th century was born out of a deep appreciation for the Renaissance originals which had become highly prized by connoisseurs earlier in the century. As often the case with French revivalist art the intention was to match (or even if possible exceed) the quality of the originals hence there was generally a 'no expense spared' approach to execution in order to achieve this objective.The panels of the current lot carefully and cleverly employ a mixture of opaque and translucent enamels to create depth, texture and lustre which varies under different lighting conditions. Some areas in particular, such as the areas representing silk within the garments of the figures, use the finished ground of the metal plate to great effect by allowing reflected to pass through vibrant pigmented transparent enamel surface layers. The vendor notes that the rear of one of the panels bears a franked label for Limoges dated 1878 which allows accurate dating of the clock.Condition Report: Movement is in fine clean fully working condition with no evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements, the striking and alarm mechanisms are working as they should. The dial appears to be in perfect condition as do the side panels with no visible faults or evidence of restoration. The case is also in fine condition with no apparent wear or noticeable discolouration to the gilding. Glasses also appear free from damage. Generally a very fine clock in 'showroom condition'.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French porcelain panel inset silvered and gilt brass grande-sonnerie striking carriage clock with push-button repeat and alarmRetailed by Tiffany and Company with panels by Lucien Simonnet, Paris late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with fine engine-turned silvered platform lever escapement, alarm sounding on the smaller gong and stamped with serial number 2951 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial with elaborate raised gilt bordered Roman numeral cartouche hour numerals around a centre painted with pair of lovebirds tending a nest and signed TIFFANY & Co., PARIS, the lower margin with subsidiary alarm setting dial within painted Lakeland scene with castle monogrammed LS. to left hand corner, with blued steel hands and canted brass fillet surround, the bevel-glazed case with hinged tied acanthus leaf cast handle over generous top glass, complex mouldings, panelled frieze and fluted gilt corner columns with scroll capitals and leafy baluster waists, the sides finely painted in polychrome and raised gilt with three-quarter length portraits of young female courtiers in Renaissance style dress each signed L. Simonnet to lower right, the skirt base with projecting angles incorporating fluted panels flanking stylised baton over shaped apron to front and squab feet, the underside with Grande Sonnerie/Silence/Petite Sonnerie selection lever, 18.5cm (7.25ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The work of Lucien Simonnet (1849-1926) is discussed by Larry L. Fabian in his article Carriage Clock Porcelain. Artistic pedigrees hiding in plain view published in ANTIQUARIAN HOROLOGY December 2019 (pages 501-13). Simonnet was a Sevres trained painter of porcelain who appeared to specialise in producing the finest figural panels often based on works by well-known artists of the period. Fabian highlights three examples with three-quarter portrait panels after Emile Vernet-Lecomte and Charles Louis Muller executed in the romantic historic Middle-Eastern 'Orientalist' style. The current lot draws inspiration from the European Renaissance, again romanticised, and notably the panels are housed in a case which compliments them by drawing inspiration from Renaissance architecture. Of the three examples described by Fabian two are signed for Tiffany. This coupled with the fact that the current lot is also signed for Tiffany would suggest that the prestigious firm of New York retailers were one of the primary stockists of such clocks. Indeed the highly sophisticated and fashionable appearance coupled with their exceptional quality is worthy of such a retail environment and are highly typical of fin de siecle exuberance. The fact that the movement of the current lot is unsigned is apparently not unusual; indeed all three examples highlighted by L. Fabian also have unsigned movements. Despite this the mechanism is of the finest quality equal to that of Drocourt, Margain or Henry Jacot incorporating a particularly fine engine-turned platform lever escapement with split bi-metallic balance, and is of the highest specification having grande-sonnerie striking.Condition Report: Movement has no evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements and is essentially in working condition however the strike train is currently out-of-sync with the hands and the mechanism is generally a little dirty/neglected hence would benefit from a clean and overhaul. The strike selection lever to the base, alarm and repeat mechanism are all operational. The dial is in fine condition with no visible damage. The right hand side panel has a very faint hairline across the upper right hand corner which is barely visible even under very close examination. The left hand panel appears free from visible damage. The top glass has a crack across the centre, the rear has slight chipping to the lower corners and the front has a tiny chip (barely visible even on close examination) to the lower right. The case retains its original multi-coloured metal finishes although with some edge wear and light discolouration/degradation throughout.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

An unusual French engraved gilt brass carriage in the Ottoman styleUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 439 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the circular silvered Roman numeral dial with blued steel moon hands inset within a shaped cartouche border into a rectangular silvered mask profusely chiselled and engraved in the Ottoman style with stylised bird inhabited floral scrolls onto a matted ground, the gilt brass case profusely engraved with conforming decoration incorporating serpent hunting a bird to the hinged scroll-shaped handle over shallow-hipped top capped with a spiral reeded button and with deer decorated panel infill terminating with lobed finials at the angles with shallow shaped crests between, with cavetto moulded cornice and angles with engraved spiral twist turned three-quarter columns, the sides decorated with mihrab designs centred with panels of serpents battling lions, the rear with further engraved panel incorporating a seated figure, on animal inhabited foliate scroll decorated swollen skirt base incorporating ogee bracket feet with shaped aprons between, 16cm (6.25ins) high excluding handle; with a later faux leather covered outer travelling case. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The engraved decoration of the current lot is faithfully executed in the Turkish Ottoman style. With this in mind it may well be appropriate to speculate that case castings may well have been sent to the Middle-East to be engraved prior to the clock being built. Two related examples described as being made for the Turkish market were offered at Christies, King Street sale of The Dr. Eugene and Rose Antelis Collection of Important French Carriage Clocks Thursday 26th November 1998 (lots 152 and 153); however it is unlikely that the current lot was made for export to the Middle-East as the rear panel depicts a figure which is generally forbidden in Islamic art. It is therefore most likely that the present clock was made for European consumption during a time when the romantic exoticism of the Middle-East was extremely fashionable.Condition Report: The movement is complete, appears all-original with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements and is in full working condition (although a precautionary serve/overhaul is advised). The dial has some very slight 'mellowing' to the silvered finish otherwise is in fine condition. The gilding to the case is bright with no visible wear and only a few minor spots of discolouration in places. The front glass appears free from damage. The travelling case is a 20th century replacement and has some wear.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A rare late Victorian or Edwardian electro-medical panel for electric shock therapiesKarl Friedrich Schall, London, circa 1900With heavy black marble back panel applied with an arrangement of electrical components comprising three filament lightbulbs; a Milli Amp d'Arsonval galvometer; GALVANISATION and FARADISATION switches; sledge coil; three sets of switches including two mounted on green marble pads, and an induction coil incorporating sliding outer sleeve, electromagnetic vibrating pulse generator and with drawer containing containing various silk-bound wires and electrodes to the underside of the coil, the lower edge with ivorine button inscribed K. SCHALL, 35 G'T MARYLEBONE ST., LONDON W. flanked by brass output terminals, the apparatus set within a walnut glazed front case with line incised decorative crest over full-height front door, 82cm (32.25ins) high. Karl Friedrich Schall was born in 1859 at, Ohringen, German the son of the lawyer William Schall. From 1877 to 1879, he was in Tubingen as a university mechanic and apprenticed as a precision mechanic. During 1880-1881, Schall completed the mandatory one-year volunteer service in the military, and travelled to Paris, London and Switzerland. Schall became a British citizen in 1893. Prior to this Schall, through his operations within various partnerships in Germany, had become a specialist in the production of 'physical-mechanical' apparatus and had opened a factories (albeit only for a short time) in Stuttgart and New York. During the 1890's Schall became involved in the development of X-ray technology (mainly through his operations within the Erlangen partnership of Reiniger, Gebbert & Schall) whilst building his business at 55 Wigmore Street, London. By 1905 Schall had relocated to 35 Great Marylebone Street where he was based until he retired to Switzerland in 1912 leaving the business in the management of his son, William Schall. The present lot was designed to facilitate the administration of finely calibrated electric shock treatment including electroconvulsive therapy. A very similar instrument is illustrated in Schall's 1902 catalogue of ELECTRO-MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS (model number 1607A) where it is claimed that such machines had been supplied to numerous named hospitals. The very fine quality manufacture of the current instrument indicates that it was a 'flagship' model, hence would have most likely been supplied to a leading facility specialising in such treatments.   

Y A Victorian rosewood mercury marine stick barometerCasella, London, circa 1860With suspension ring to top over arched bevel-glazed canted double ivory Vernier scales calibrated in barometric inches and with the usual observations, the upper margin signed Casella, MAKER TO THE ADMIRALTY, LONDON and the arch inscribed James Furnell, the trunk with ivory button keys for the Vernier setting squares above applied arch-glazed mercury FAHRENHEIT and REAUMUR scale thermometer, the base with stepped moulded brass cylindrical enclosed cistern (lacking gimbals), 97cm (38ins) high. The firm of Casella is recorded in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 as being established by Louis Casella in 1838 when he went into partnership with his father-in-law Caesar Tagliabue initially trading as Tagliabue & Casella from 23 Hatton Garden, London. His successor, Louis Pascal Casella worked from 1858 and expanded the business resulting in Casella becoming one of the largest makers of barometers and other instruments in England who were still trading well into the 20th century. The name 'James Furnell' inscribed above the maker's signature is probably that of the first owner of the barometer.Condition Report: Barometer contains mercury however the contents appear not to respond to tilting hence there is either a substantial air lock or a problem with the cistern (although there is no evidence of leakage). The scales are in good condition with both Vernier slide adjustments working. The thermometer is in good condition with only minor discolouration to the scale, the lower rail of the moulded surround is missing a small length of moulding. The case is generally in good original unrestored condition as a consequence the cistern casing is tarnished/discoloured in appearance. As catalogued the barometer does not have its gimbal mounts. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A Victorian rosewood mercury stick barometerG. Braham, Bath, circa 1850The arch-glazed canted double ivory Vernier scales calibrated in barometric inches and with the usual observations, the lower margins annotated 10 A.M YESTERDAY and 10 A.M. TODAY and the arch signed G. BRAHAM, Bath, the trunk with ivory button keys for the Vernier setting squares above applied arch-glazed mercury FAHRENHEIT and REAUMUR scale thermometer, the base of circular outline applied with mounded cistern cover and with level adjustment square to underside, 93cm (36.25ins) high. A G. Braham of Bath appears not to be recorded however John Braham is listed in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 as working from several addresses in Bristol, Bath, Torquay and Cheltenham circa 1830-56 including 8 Pulteney Bridge, Bath in 1833 and 5 York Buildings in 1837.Condition Report: Instrument is filled with mercury and providing reasonable reading. The ivory scale has slight mellowing/greying but otherwise is in fine condition; both Verniers are operational. Thermometer scale has similar greying but otherwise thermometer is in fine condition. Case is in fine condition with no faults worth noting other than some very light crazing to the polish in places. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y George III shagreen etui of drawing instrumentsJ. Bleuler, London, circa 1800 The tapered case with hinged lid enclosing fitted interior containing an ivory sector rule engraved BLEULER, LONDON, a protractor also signed and a selection of brass compasses and other instruments, the inside of the lid applied with trade label J. BLEULER, No. 27 Ludgate Street, LONDON, the exterior with brass button clasp to front, 17cm (6.75ins) high.  A John Bleuler is recorded in Clifton, Gloria Directory of British Scientific Instrument Makers 1550-1851 as apprenticed to Henry Shuttleworth in 1771, he took on the business of the late Thomas Whitford at 27 Ludgate Hill, London in 1791 and worked from that address until 1822. He died in 1829. Condition Report: Instruments appear complete and free from significant faults but have general wear and light corrosion. The sector is a little stained but appears undamaged. The case is intact but a little tired with cracking, slight movement and wear to the skin veneers. The base has a hole due to an instrument being pushed through from the inside and the rear has unusual layout to the veneers incorporation a triangular patch which is almost certainly a detail from its construction than a repair. Internally the compartment divisions have noticeable wear but are serviceable. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A Victorian small two-day marine chronometerCharles Frodsham, London, circa 1845 The four pillar full-plate single chain fusee movement with Harrison's maintaining power, split bimetallic balance with keystone-shaped compensation weights, helical balance spring and faceted diamond endstone, the spotted backplate signed Charles Frodsham, London and with brass bayonet fitting dust cover, the 3.25 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with blued steel fleur-de-lys hands, subsidiary seconds and power reserve dials, and inscribed CHARLES FRODSHAM, 7 Pavement, Finsbury Park, London, No. 2012 to centre, set in a lacquered brass bowl with screw-down bezel mounted within pivoted gimbals with locking screw, the mahogany three-tier case with vacant nameplate to top surface and push button clasp for the top tier above inset ivory panel inscribed ARNOLD, CHARLES FRODSHAM, 84 STRAND, LONDON. to the middle tier, with brass key escutcheon over circular plate engraved with repeat serial number 2012 beneath, the sides with brass carrying handles, the box 15cm (6ins) wide.  Charles Frodsham was born in 1810 into a family of clockmakers with his grandfather, William originating from Cheshire before moving to London prior to 1781 where he was admitted to the Clockmakers Company. His son, William James, had six sons, four of whom joined the firm of Parkinson and Frodsham in London; whilst Charles, the third born son set-up on his own at Barnes Place, Islington in 1834. He moved to 12 Finsbury Pavement in 1836 then to number 7 in 1838. On the death of the renowned chronometer maker John Roger Arnold in 1843 Charles Frodsham acquired the business and began trading as Arnold, Charles Frodsham from 84 Strand, London. Unusually Frodsham was not admitted to the Clockmakers Company until 1845 but went on to serve as master twice in 1855 and 1862; he was also a founder member of the British horological Institute in 1858.Charles Frodsham became one of the most eminent chronometer makers of his generation who served as a juror in the 1852 International Exhibition held at South Kensington where he also showed a month duration marine chronometer with experimental Duo-in-uno balance springs and three different forms of compound balance. In 1854 he purchased the goodwill of the late Benjamin Lewis Vulliamys business which led to his appointment as Superintendent and Keeper of Her Majestys clocks at Buckingham Palace. Charles Frodsham died of liver disease in January 1871 and was succeeded by his son, Harrison Mill Frodsham. The business became Charles Frodsham and Company and in 1884 and then was incorporated as a limited Company in 1893 before relocating to 115 New Bond Street, London two years later where they remained well into the Twentieth Century. The firm is still trading today (from 32 Bury Street, London) as specialist in chronometer, watch and clock makers.  The current lot appears to be one of the first chronometers sold by Frodsham after he acquired the late John Roger Arnolds business in 1843 as the dial carries his former address (7 Pavement, Finsbury Square) whilst the box has a plaque for Arnold, Charles Frodsham at 84 Strand, London. This fact is further supported by the existence (in the collection of the National Maritime Museum -accession number ZAA0058) of a small marine chronometer numbered 2025 and signed by Frodsham at 84 Strand which utilises a pocket chronometer movement made by Arnold in around 1802. From this it is reasonable to surmise that Frodsham initially used-up old stock, both from his Finsbury address and Arnolds former business, when he first started trading from 84 Strand in 1843.Condition Report: Movement appears to be in fine clean working condition with no obvious alterations, repairs or replacements. The lacquered finish has a few areas of tarnishing and discolouration. The dial is in fine condition with clear engraving and only light tarnishing mainly towards lower edge. The internal cover has some light wear/discolouration to the original lacquered finish otherwise is in fine condition. The brass bowl and gimbal assembly are in fine condition however have probably been gently cleaned and re-lacquered at some point and are now showing slight discolouration in places. The box appears to be in fine condition with faults essentially limited to slight patchy fading to the top panel and a crack to the left hand margin of the ivory nameplate to the front.Instrument has a case key but presently no winder -has been consigned as part of a private collection. The vendor was unable to locate the keys to his clocks at the time of consigning, he has now found them and is sending them to us so hopefully the clock will have a key by the time the sale goes on view -we will update this report accordingly. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A Victorian brass bound rosewood two-day marine chronometerParkinson and Frodsham, London, circa 1880The four pillar full-plate single chain fusee movement with spotted plates, Harrison's maintaining power and Earnshaw type spring detent escapement regulated by split bimetallic balance with circular timing weights and helical balance spring with faceted diamond endstone, the 4 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with blued steel hands, subsidiary seconds incorporating serial number 4184, power reserve dial, and inscribed PARKINSON & FRODSHAM, ROYAL EXCHANGE, LONDON to centre, set in a lacquered brass bowl with screw-down bezel mounted within pivoted gimbals with locking screw, the rosewood three-tier case with brass shield nameplate within double-line borders and brass bound edges to top over conforming front with push-button clasp for the top tier above applied ivory panel inscribed PARKINSON & FRODSHAM,4184, LONDON to the middle tier and with inset brass key escutcheon, the sides with recessed brass carrying handles and conforming brass bound edges, 18.5cm (7.25ins) wide.  William Parkinson and William James Frodsham founded the highly regarded firm of Parkinson & Frodsham in 1801 at 4 Change Alley, Cornhill, London. William Parkinson died in 1842 and William Frodsham in 1850. Initially the firm specialised in marine and pocket chronometers. It had an extensive export business, and supplied the Admiralty and numerous shipping companies. After the founders' deaths the business was continued by Frodsham's elder sons and grandson until 1912, when the name and business were sold to the foreman, William Harris. Harris and his son Geoffrey ran the business successfully until 1944 when the firm's premises in Budge Row were bombed.Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition and appears all-original, plates have some light patchy discolouration from handling. Dial is in fine condition with only very slight mellowing to the silvered finish. The bowl and gimbals are in good original condition with relatively minor wear/degradation to the lacquer finish.Box is generally in fine original unrestored condition retailing all of its inlay and other brass fittings. The top panel has a very slight bow and general slight movement in the case has caused the brass angle edging to stand a little proud. The front name panel has cracks around three of the four securing screws, the finish is a little dull and the brass generally rubbed/oxidised.Chronometer has winder but no box key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A French gilt brass carriage clock with push-button repeatUnsigned, late 19th centuryThe two train eight-day gong striking movement with replaced gilt platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 1786 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the circular Romam numeral dial with blued steel hands set into a frosted gilt mask presentation inscribed To. MR and MRS BOND, from the people of GREAT and LITTLE WHELNETHAM, SICKLESMERE and RUSHBROOKE..., the frosted gilt bevel-glazed pillars case with reeded baton centred hinged scroll outline carrying handle and reeded corner uprights over two-tier cavetto moulded skirt base, 16.5 (6.5ins) high; with red leather covered travelling case. 

A French gilt brass gorge cased grande sonnerie striking carriage clock with push-button repeatUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped PARIS over serial number 3771 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the circular cream Roman numeral dial with blued steel spade hands set within a frosted rectangular gilt mask with canted surround, the bevel-glazed gilt brass gorge case with hinged carrying handle over large top glass, complex upper mouldings, channelled uprights to angles and on conforming ogee outline base, the underside with Hours and Quarters/Silent/Quarters Only selection lever, 15cm (6ins) high excluding handle.Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition with no obvious evidence of alteration, repairs or significant replacements. The strike train is fully operational (including the functions dictated by the selection lever to the base). The escapement will just about beat when encouraged but it would seem that lubrication has become dry/sticky hence will require a gentle clean before the clock will run. The dial appears free form damage or visioble restoration. The case is in fine condition with no visible damage to the glasses and only very minimal edge wear/patchy degradation to the lacquer topcoat.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A French frosted gilt brass carriage clock with push-button repeatUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two-train gong striking movement with slivered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 7937 to the lower left corner of the backplate, the circular white enamel Roman numeral dial with blued steel spade hands inset into a rectangular engine-turned silvered mask engraved and highlighted in gilt with symmetrical floral scroll infill, the bevel glazed frosted gilt case a variant of the pillars design with milled banded decoration to the hinged carrying handle over bold convex top moulding and conforming decoration to the three-quarter column corner uprights, on substantial caddy moulded skirt base, 16.5cm (6.5ins) high; with a later faux red leather covered outer travelling case. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition with no obvious evidence of alteration, repairs or significant replacements and is fully operational. The dial is free from visible faults although the silvering to the mask is tarnished. The case is in fine condition with only very minimal wear/discolouration to the gilt finish (mainly to the handle and top panel) and no visible chips to the glasses. The outer travelling case is non-original 20th century replacement and has some wear/scuffing.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass gorge cased calendar carriage clock with push-button repeat and alarmProbably by Jules Brunelot, Paris for retail by Conrad Felsing, Berlin, mid 19th centuryThe two train eight-day bell striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and alarm sounding on the same bell, the backplate stamped with trademark B within a circle to lower left hand corner and with oval retailer's mark CONRAD FELSING, HCF-UHRMACHER, BERLIN to centre, the rectangular white enamel Roman numeral dial inscribed CONRAD FELSING, Hof Uhrmacher, BERLIN to centre and with blued steel moon hands over subsidiary alarm setting dial flanked by day-of-the-week and date-of-the-month subsidiaries, the gilt brass bevel-glazed gorge case with hinged carrying handle over oval top glass and ogee top mouldings with complex angles, on conforming ogee outline skirt base, 15cm (6ins) high.Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.The trademark stamped to the lower left hand corner of the backplate of the current lot (letter B within a circle) is noted in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as possibly being for Jules Brunelot although no evidence has been found to confirm this.The Berlin firm of Conrad Felsing could trace their roots back to Conrad Voltzing whose family had been making clock since 1733. In around 1820 the family relocated to Berlin and Conrad changed his name from Voltzing to Felsing. He was subsequently joined by his son, Albert Karl Julius (who later changed his name to Conrad) and the business grew to become established as one of the leading retailers of clocks and watches in the city. Records indicate that the firm was still trading in 1936 but it is believed not to have survived the Second World War. The case of the current lot appears to be an early version of the gorge case with crisp multi-piece ogee top mouldings. According to Charles Allix (see Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development page 165) the gorge case was 'current by 1867' however as the current case appears to be an earlier variant (having more complex primary top mouldings etc.) it would be reasonable to suggest that it was probably made closer to 1850. This belief is further supported by the fact that the clock strikes on a bell rather than a gong.Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition with no obvious evidence of alteration, repairs or significant replacements. The going and strike trains are fully operational including the repeat function however the repeat button is missing and the lever that arrests the fly is catching causing a buzzing noise when the strike train is running (probably very straightforward to rectify whilst movement is out of the case. The calendar advances with the hands (at around 6am) and the alarm is operational.The dial appears free from visible damage although the signature is a little rubbed (place name is very faint) as are the annotations for the three subsidiaries although they can still be read easily.The case is in fine condition with damage limited to small chips to the upper right hand corners of the right hand side and rear glass panels. As previously mentioned the push-button for the repeat is lacking and there is also a slight scratch to the case top panel near the front edge.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A French lacquered brass grande-sonnerie striking oval carriage clock with push-button repeat and alarmUnsigned, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with silvered platform lever escapement and alarm sounding on the smaller gong, the backplate with stamped serial number 881 and engraved initials P.R. to lower edge and the frontplate numbered 9495 to the inside lower margin, the rectangular white Roman numeral dial with blued steel spade hands over subsidiary alarm setting dial to lower margin, the substantial oval case with hinged scroll outline carrying handle over generous stepped ogee top mouldings, the front and sides with curved bevel glass panels and the rear with conforming pin-hinged door, on ogee profile skirt base with Gde Sonnerie/Silence/Pte Sonnerie selection lever to underside, 14cm (5,5ins) high excluding handle.Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition with no obvious evidence of alteration, repairs or significant replacements. The going and strike trains are fully operational (including the functions dictated by the selection lever to the base). The dial has a vertical hairline crack to the lower half of the panel (only visible on close examination hence is not disfiguring) otherwise appears undamaged. The case is in fine condition with only very minimal wear/discolouration to the gilt finish.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French engraved pierced fretwork panel inset gilt brass anglaise riche cased petit-sonnerie striking carriage clock with push-button repeat and alarmLe Roy and Fils, Paris, circa 1900The eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with silvered platform lever escapement, alarm sounding on the smaller gong the backplate with enamel Arabic numeral alarm setting dial to centre and stamped with serial number 7072 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the dial with gilt brass foliate scroll pierced centre within cream enamel Roman numeral chapter ring inscribed LE ROY & FIS, 52 NEW BOND STREET, MADE IN FRANCE, PALAIS ROYAL, PARIS and with blued steel hands within fine bright-cut engraved and pierced bird inhabited foliate strapwork rectangular mask with angled fillet outer border, the frosted gilt brass bevel-glazed anglaise riche case with spiral reeded baton to the hinged carrying handle over thick top glass, complex moulded cornice and fluted frieze, the angles with fluted three-quarter columns incorporating copper finished Corinthian capitals and the sides with fine bird inhabited foliate pierved and engraved blind frets set behind bevelled glasses, the rear with further conforming infill centred with a Classical urn to the back door, on generous cavetto moulded skirt base incorporating shallow block feet, the underside with Silence/Sonnerie selection switch, 18cm (7ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The firm of 'Le Roy and Fils' can be traced back to 1785 when the business was founded by Basille Charles Le Roy at 60 Galerie de Pierre, Palais Royal, Paris. During the Revolutionary years the firm relocated to 88 Rue de L'Egalite before finally settling at Galerie Montpensier, 13 and 15 Palais Royal. In 1828 Basille Charles died leaving the business to his son, Charles-Louis, who continued producing clocks signed 'Le Roy & Fils' until 1845 when the firm was sold to his former employee Casimir Halley Desfontaines; who in turn was succeeded by his son M. George Halley Desfontaines in 1883. In 1888 M. George Halley died leaving the business to his brother Jules Halley who then took-in as a partner Louis Leroy (apparently no relation to the founders of the firm). In 1899 the firm left Palais Royal and moved to Boulevard de La Madeleine where it continued trading in the hands of various successors until well into the 20th century. The fine quality pierced and engraved gilt brass panels of the current lot coupled with the robust anglaise riche design result in clock very much geared to the English taste with its overall feel and quality reminiscent of examples originating from the Leading London workshops.Condition Report: The movement appears complete and all original with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The going train is currently not running however the mainspring appears sound and the escapement undamaged hence probably just requires a service (oil has probably dried/out and become a little sticky). The strike train is operating as it should including the repeat button and silence lever to underside. The alarm is currently not tripping but the barrel will wind; the setting dial to the backplate also has some very light hairline cracks to the enamel.The dial is in fine condition with no visible damage or restoration. The case is also in fine condition with no apparent wear to the gilding no visible chips to the glass, blemishes are very much limited to a few tiny light surface bruises.Clock has a winding key.  Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine engraved gilt brass oval grande-sonnerie striking calendar carriage clock with push-button repeat and alarmDrocourt, Paris for retail by Tiffany and Company, third quarter of the 19th centuryThe eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with silvered platform lever escapement, alarm sounding on the smaller gong and stamped with serial number 16444 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate beneath stamped oval DC trademark for Drocourt, the dial with fine rococo scroll engraved rectangular mask enclosing an inset white enamel Roman numeral hour disc indistinctly inscribed ..FFANY &..., PARIS to centre and with blued steel moon hands over conforming alarm setting dial flanked by further day-of-the-week and date-of-the-month subsidiaries to lower margin, the substantial engraved satin gilt oval case with hinged arched carrying handle over fine rococo scroll border engraved top and repeating hatched panel decorated top mouldings, the front and sides with thick curved bevel glass panels set into border-engraved frames and the rear with conforming pin-hinged door, on ogee profile skirt base adorned with bands of repeating leaves over linked cartouche panels on a matted ground, the underside with STRIKING/SILENT/FULL STRIKING selection lever, 15cm (6ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. Pierre Drocourt is recorded in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development with further additions and corrections from research undertaken by Leigh Extence (available online) as born in 1819 and setting up in business as a clockmaker in Paris in 1853. He initially worked from Rue Limoges (later called 28 Rue Debelleyme after the rationalisation and merger of Streets in 1865), Paris and was succeeded by his son, Alfred (born 1847), in 1872. The blancs roulants, rough movements, were made in Saint-Nicolas-d'Aliermont, a town outside Dieppe, where Drocourt had workshops until their sale in 1904, being premises purchased from Holingue frères in 1875 who had previously supplied Drocourt. The firm was awarded numerous international exhibition medals and mentions including Silver in Paris 1878 and Gold in 1889.The current lot is a particularly fine example of Drocourt's work having both grande-sonnerie striking and calendar work, which, coupled with being housed in a fine engraved oval case, befits a clock destined to be retailed by Tiffany.Condition Report: The movement is in clean condition with no visible signs of alteration or significant replacements. The clock is running and the quarter and hour strike will operate correctly when the repeat button is pressed but not during normal running where it only seems to currently operate grande-sonnerie on the hour and half-hour. The calendar is operational however the date-of-the-month hand appears loose on its arbor so will not advance with it; the calendar also advances at 6am. The alarm mechanism is operational however is six hours out of sync with the hand. From this the movement would appear to be in sound condition but requires relatively minor adjustment to allow all functions to operate correctly. The dial has a slight scuff/blemish to the centre (only visible on close examination hence not disfiguring in anyway) and the retail signature is rubbed otherwise is in fine condition with no other visible faults. The case is in fine condition with no apparent wear/discolouration to the gilt finish or chips to the glasses.Clock is complete with a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

Ercol Drop Leaf Dining Table and Four Matching Button Back Chairs

THREE GOOD JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD CARVED IVORY & WOOD AND METAL MANJU NETSUKES, The first a carved ivory roundel or button carved in the form of an owl, 3cm & artist signed, the second a carved hardwood roundel containing a carved metal insert depicting flora, 3.2cm, the last and largest a carved ivory & shibayama manju netsuke, the face of the netsuke inlaid using semi precious stones to depict a seated figure holding a hannya mask to his face, the reverse with an inset signature seal, 4.6cm. (3)

A modern leather button back office swivel chair on castors

A vintage blue button back upholstered, wingback swivel armchair

A Victorian mourning brooch with central oval window enclosing photograph, black enamel outer section with gilded lettering and scrolled, yellow metal frame, together with a silver-handled button hook and two penknives including a bone example

An inlaid mahogany child's chair with pierced back splats, deep rouge upholstered seat and raised on turned supports with stretchers, together with another child's chair and a button-back armchair with scrolled arms, green fabric upholstery and raised on turned front supports to castors

THREE ROYAL CROWN DERBY IMARI PAPERWEIGHTS - TEDDY BEAR, TOAD AND TORTOISE, 11CM H AND SMALLER, PRINTED MARK, GILT BUTTON Good condition

TWO ROYAL CROWN DERBY PAPERWEIGHTS - PLATYPUS AND DOLPHIN, DOLPHIN 17.5CM L, PRINTED MARK, GILT BUTTON Both in good condition

A ROYAL CROWN DERBY COLLECTORS GUILD IMARI PATTERN CATNIP KITTEN PAPERWEIGHT, ANOTHER, QUAIL, THE FIRST 8CM L, GILT BUTTON, ANOTHER ROYAL CROWN DERBY PAPERWEIGHT, SILVERED BUTTON AND A MINIATURE PORCELAIN GROUP OF CAMELS

A ROYAL CROWN DERBY IMARI PATTERN BENGAL TIGER PAPERWEIGHT, 13CM H, PRINTED MARK, GILT BUTTON Good condition

A Victorian club/tub type desk chair, curved button back, saddle seat, turned forelegs, serpentine rear legs, 89cm high

A Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt chaise longue/day bed, arched cresting rail centred by a Jasperware type plaque depicting a putto allegorical of harvest, button back, scroll arm, partially-fluted legs, casters, 173cm long

An Edwardian silver mounted beaker, Birmingham 1904; silver mounted scent bottles; a set of six silver plated numbered napkin rings, morocco case; a button hook; etc

An American Illinois open face pocket watch, silvered dial , Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds, blued spade and pierced hands, button wind Springfield Watch Co, , The Autocrat, 17 jewel movement, serial No 3691304, Wadsworth gold plated Pendant case, 42mm diameter

A Scholer of Germany 10 button concertina

Finlux TV - 40" (with remote - remote has Netflix button)

BT4500 Big Button Cordless Phone

* Bristol trade. A collection of printed and engraved trade advertisements, 17th-early 20th century, 27 advertisements, relating to businesses in Bristol or printed there, including small engraved tickets, book advertisements, business cards, envelopes, flyers, etc., e.g.: 'Capenhurst & Leigh Manufacturers of Coffin-Furniture'; 'William Jefferies, Church Bell Founder'; 'James Chilcott, Tailors' Trimming and Button Factor'; John Kemys ... Makes, Repairs, and Tunes, Organs, Harpsichords, Spinnets, &c.'; 'The Scandiscope. Chimney Sweepers rejoicing that such a Dandy as a Scandiscope is to be made to ascend Chimnies instead of them', including a 17th century engraved advertisement for 'Best Tobacco Sold by Peter Mugleworth in Bristol', with contemporary manuscript on verso, together with 5 trading bills on headed paper, 1797-1892, a written testimonial for Mr. John Nilson as an 'Honest Trader', Bristol, 1792, and a letterpress letter addressed to Mr. Samuel-Munckley, dated December 23rd, 1755, relating to the African Company of Merchants, signed by a member of the Digges-Latouche family, various sizes and condition (Qty: 34)

Du Maurier (Daphne). Jamaica Inn, 1st edition, Victor Gollancz, 1936, half-title, some light marks to margins, bound in recent cream and burgundy full morocco novelty binding in the form of a gentleman's dinner jacket, with button front, consisting of three miniature metal death's heads, 8vo (Qty: 1)

Graham (Winston). Ross Poldark, A Novel of Cornwall, 1783-1787, 1st edition, Ward, Lock & Co., 1945, half-title, recent dark green and light brown full morocco novelty binding, in the form of a gentleman's dinner jacket, with button front comprising three gilt metal death's heads, light brown gilt spine label, 8vo (Qty: 1)

Omega Seamaster 'PloProf 600M' automatic stainless steel gentleman's bracelet watch, ref. ST1660077, circa 1973, rotating bezel with red release button, blue dial with luminous markers, sweep centre seconds and date aperture, marked 'Seamaster 600m/2000ft Professional', ref. 1162 Omega bracelet, 55mm - ** Private single owner originally purchased from Watches of Switzerland in December 1973, included with the sale are a large number of historical service documents and receipts related to the history of this watch - ** The Omega 'PloProf' is one of the most iconic diver's watches ever made and one of the most recognisable because of the 'big red button' which is used to unlock the bezel. Introduced in 1969/70 it was targeted specifically at professional divers, including the famous diver Jacques Cousteau. The best depth ratings achieved by Omega before then were 300M, this watch achieved 600M due to the radical design of the one-piece front loading case-360 VIEW- Condition Report: - The watch has undertaken several services and repairs - documented on the related invoices sold with the watch. Movement - currently functioning. Dial - service dial. Glass - light marks present, service replacement. Hands - service hands, hour hand slightly faded. Case - service bezel insert with surface marks present, service red button with wear and discolouration, head generally clean - see images. Crown - adjusts correctly. Bracelet - surface marks, wrist size 8" approx. - Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained

British Military Royal Navy issue single push button chronograph stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, circa 1940s, circular silvered dial signed Lemania with Military arrow and circled T, Arabic numerals, subsidiary constant seconds and thirty minute recording dials and chronograph centre seconds, unsigned movement, fixed bar screw case with Military arrow and issue markings '0552/924-3305, 3128 (H.S., 9 crossed through), 38mm (no strap) - Condition Report: - Movement - functioning although the centre second not resetting back to 12, service required. Dial - surface marks and wear as expected, considered okay - see images. Glass - surface marks. Hands - matching, surface marks. Case - typical surface marks, Crown - adjusts correctly. - Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained

Victorian silver fusee verge pair cased pocket watch, London 1858, the movement signed Thos Evans, Newcastle Emlyn, no. 40015, with foliate pierced engraved balance cock with mask, flat steel three arm balance, Bosley type regulator and cylindrical pillars, the dial with Roman numerals and outer minute track, within plain matching cases, case maker HH, 55mm (requires attention) - Condition Report: - Movement - runs for a short time before stopping, requires attention. Dial - hairlines and small marks. Glass - surface marks, small chip marks to the centre. Hands - marks. Case - surface marks to the inner case, tarnishing, surface marks, two small bruise marks to the outer case, also lacking case opening button. - Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained

George IV silver fusee verge pair cased pocket watch, London 1826, the unsigned movement, no. 7237, with pierced engraved balance cock, flat steel three arm balance, Bosley type regulator and cylindrical pillars, stop/work lever at the four position, the dial with Roman numerals, outer minute track and subsidiary seconds, within plain matching cases, 59mm - Condition Report: - Movement - currently functioning, stop/work lever not working and requires attention. Dial - hairlines, marks and some discolouration to the outer edge. Glass - surface marks, chips to the outer edge from the nine to ten position. Hands - not matching, hour hand slightly bent, minute hand dirty, marks, lacking subsidiary hand. Case - scratches, tarnish marks to the inner case, tarnishing, marks and a couple of indentations to the outer case, bruise to the button. - Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained

A late 19th century German violin bearing interior label 'Copy of Josef Klotz Made in Germany' and stamped 'KLOTZ' below button, length of back 37cm, with bow and hard case.

A mixed lot of pencils, badges and bric a brac comprising six enamel lapel badges: Butlins Filey 1946, Womens Land Army, LMS Railway Service, Silver Broad Green Hostpital Liverpool Friend, National Union General & Municipal Workers and AGWWU, The Kings Regiment sweetheart brooch, three alloy commemorative medals, two old Glasgow police buttons, Donaldson shipping line button, boars head livery button, an EPNS pill box from the Franco British Exhibition, an EPNS lapel posy holder, two silver lockets, a bakelite sabot pin, a two colour metal buckle, a gold plated Cross biro pen and a Yard O'Led propelling pencil, a silver and glass thistle head pickle fork, a silver City of Livery Club spoon, a Liver Bird tiepin in leather case, a moving car Esso advertisement pencil 'Delph Service Station Standish', a Guiness is Good For You propelling pencil, a Stick It Under My Nose gilt brass money clip and a Cadburys Bournville cocoa tin vesta case.

A case containing various penknives, propelling pencils and a fountain pen, button hooks etc.

A Steiff plush jointed teddy bear, with button to ear and label to body, 58cm high.

Hector Miller:  A 1970's design silver wine-cup, the gilt handle cast and chased with sea creatures, London 1979, 4.9 oz to/w seven various silver coffee spoons with bean finials, a silver photograph frame, pair of silver-backed brushes, silver-handled button hooks, electroplated wares etc. (box)

MODERN DARK WOOD PEDESTAL DESK WITH GREEN SKIVER & MATCHING GREEN BUTTON BACK CHAIR

A collection of jewellery to include tiger's eye, moss agate, malachite, etc, together with a yellow metal ring with later attached carved jade button, housed in a filigree mount, size N, jade button approx 2 cm, together with a yellow and white metal set dress ring with jade cabochon with engraved phoenix decoration, set with marcasite, size O, approx 2.4 cm, total weight approx 12.5 g

A Victorian button back salon chair raised on turned and ringed legs, together with another similar and an ebonised framed chair with leather seat and arm rests

A BAG OF VINTAGE SEWING RELATED COLLECTABLES TO INCLUDE A SILVER HANDLED BUTTON HOOK ETC

A LIGHT TAN LEATHER THREE SEATER CHESTERFIELD SOFA WITH BUTTON BACK AND ARMS

A MAHOGANY BUTTON BACK NURSING CHAIR