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Walnut 30 hour longcase clock, 18th Century, with a brass 11 inch dial with matted centre and date aperture, striking on a be

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Lot 877

Walnut 30 hour longcase clock, 18th Century, with a brass 11 inch dial with matted centre and date aperture, striking on a bell, plain trunk with box base, with pendulum and a single weight, height 190cmPlease note our special conditions of sale regarding clocks and watches (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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Lanson, Keighley, mahogany eight day musical chiming longcase clock, the hood with verre eglomise painted glass panels, over

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Lot 792

Lanson, Keighley, mahogany eight day musical chiming longcase clock, the hood with verre eglomise painted glass panels, over reeded columns flanking a 12 1/2 inch brass dial with rolling moon to the arch, silvered chapter ring, the centre signed and engraved with a swan, eight day movement striking on a gong and eight bells, with pendulum and two weights, flame mahogany door with reeded quarter pilasters, over a panelled box base, height 229cmPlease note our special conditions of sale regarding clocks and watches (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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French green onyx and champleve enamelled four glass clock, circa 1900, the dial with Arabic movements, enamelled bezel, twin

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Lot 766

French green onyx and champleve enamelled four glass clock, circa 1900, the dial with Arabic movements, enamelled bezel, twin mercury cylinder pendulum with enamel embellishment, the movement striking on a gong, height 29cm, width 18.5cmPlease note our special conditions of sale regarding clocks and watches (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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Seth Thomas walnut cased calendar clock, painted 12.5 inch dial with Roman numerals, with 8.25 inch calendar dial beneath, op

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Lot 666

Seth Thomas walnut cased calendar clock, painted 12.5 inch dial with Roman numerals, with 8.25 inch calendar dial beneath, opening door with original instruction label on the inside, with key, 70cm drop, width 38cmPlease note our special conditions of sale regarding clocks and watches (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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French oak architectural mantel clock and barometer, of temple form with cream dials, centred with a thermometer and within d

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Lot 761

French oak architectural mantel clock and barometer, of temple form with cream dials, centred with a thermometer and within double Corinthian columns, on a stepped base, width 42cm, height 25.5cm (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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Edwards of Bishops Castle (1771 - 1791) oak eight day long clock, having a brass 12 inch dial with subsidiary seconds and dat

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Lot 871

Edwards of Bishops Castle (1771 - 1791) oak eight day long clock, having a brass 12 inch dial with subsidiary seconds and date aperture, signed, eight day movement striking on a bell, plain trunk and box base, with pendulum (a/f) and two weights, height 208cmPlease note our special conditions of sale regarding clocks and watches (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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French Art Deco marble and chrome clock garniture, the clock with rectangular dial, signed 'Comptoir General M Schnerb.', the

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Lot 675

French Art Deco marble and chrome clock garniture, the clock with rectangular dial, signed 'Comptoir General M Schnerb.', the movement striking on a bell, the clock 44cm , height 23cm, with matching ornamental vases, height 15.5cm, with key and pendulum (currently in working order)Please note our special conditions regarding clocks and watches (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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J Carter, Warrington, mahogany eight day longcase clock, circa 1820, the hood with turned wooden finials and turned columns f

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Lot 903

J Carter, Warrington, mahogany eight day longcase clock, circa 1820, the hood with turned wooden finials and turned columns flanking a painted 14 inch arched dial with moon phase, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds and date dials, floral painted spandrels, the movement striking on a bell, the trunk with figured door within reeded pilasters, over a canted box base, height 216cmPlease note our special conditions of sale regarding clocks and watches (Please note condition is not noted. We strongly advise viewing to satsify yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view please request a condition report, which will be provided in writing).

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A FRENCH ORMOLU AND ONYX DESK COMPENDIUM WITH FITTED TRAVELLING CASECirca 1880White enamel oval dials, with bevelled glass, b

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Lot 1243

A FRENCH ORMOLU AND ONYX DESK COMPENDIUM WITH FITTED TRAVELLING CASECirca 1880White enamel oval dials, with bevelled glass, between a small silvered thermometer scale, a ring-handle above, in its fitted red velvet-lined glazed case16.5cm high Condition reportThe compendium appears in good original condition. The clock is ticking. The leather travelling case has had some repairs, mainly on its edges.

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A FRENCH NEO-GREC BRONZE-MOUNTED BLACK MARBLE MANTEL CLOCK LATE 19TH CENTURYLate 19th Century Surmounted by a bronze figure

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Lot 577

A FRENCH NEO-GREC BRONZE-MOUNTED BLACK MARBLE MANTEL CLOCK LATE 19TH CENTURYLate 19th Century Surmounted by a bronze figure of Thetis, inscribed to the cast Emile Hebert and stamped to the back ‘G&S MEDAILLE D’OR 1887’, the canted angle case with Greek masks and gilt bronze mounts, the twin-train movement stamped, with pendulum, 33cm wide overall, 61cm high

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A FRENCH ENGRAVED GILT BRASS GORGE CASED STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy H. L. No. 5521, For Parkinson & Frodsham, No

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Lot 1254

A FRENCH ENGRAVED GILT BRASS GORGE CASED STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy H. L. No. 5521, For Parkinson & Frodsham, No. 740 circa 1870The case engraved all over, the top with large bevelled glass panel and four others below, with push repeat, white enamel dial detailed PARKINSON & FRODSHAM, with blued steel ‘Breguet’ moon hands and alarm subsidiary below, original silvered platform club-tooth lever escapement, twin train movement striking on a bell and with subsidary alarm train 19cm high (handle up)Condition reportThe gilding to the case is worn in places. Chip to top right of bevelled glass on rear door. Movement ticks only for a few seconds. Horizontal hairline cracks to dial at top of the minute ring and above. Repeat works. Movement requires a full service.

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A FRENCH ORMOLU AND PATINATED BRONZE TIMEPIECE WITH MUSIC BOXCirca 1840The case modelled with a seated figure looking at his

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Lot 1230

A FRENCH ORMOLU AND PATINATED BRONZE TIMEPIECE WITH MUSIC BOXCirca 1840The case modelled with a seated figure looking at his reflection, on a rocky outcrop, below leaf-cast bezel enclosing a gilt dial and moon hands, the single train movement with rectangular plates, the base with a musical movement, on four chimera feet37cm highCondition reportThe musical movement works. The clock ticks. There is one winding key.

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A WILLIAM AND MARY EBONISED STRIKING BRACKET CLOCKBy Richard Colston, LondonThe caddy top case with foliate cast handle and p

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Lot 1302

A WILLIAM AND MARY EBONISED STRIKING BRACKET CLOCKBy Richard Colston, LondonThe caddy top case with foliate cast handle and pierced foliate mounts, above glazed doors and sides, the 7in. square brass dial, signed Richard Colston, London on the dial plate below the VI, with winged cherub masks, silvered chapter ring and finely pierced and chased hands, the twin train six-pillar movement with latched plates, now with anchor escapement and lacking the quarter repeat work, profusely engraved and signed backplate 38cm highRichard Colston was a Freeman of the Clockmakers from 1682, he died 1702/9.Condition reportThe clock is in unrestored condition. It has one key and a case key. As stated the movement has been converted to anchor. The quarter repeat work has been removed. The dial is latched to the upper pillars and pinned to the lower.

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A LARGE GILT BRASS PETITE SONNERIE STRIKING AND REPEATING FUSÉE CARRIAGE CLOCKBy James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London, No 193

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Lot 1264

A LARGE GILT BRASS PETITE SONNERIE STRIKING AND REPEATING FUSÉE CARRIAGE CLOCKBy James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London, No 1936, circa 1850In a one-piece-style case, with five large bevelled glass panels, folding handle and push/repeat to the back, the silvered dial with Roman chapters, blued steel hands, detailed JAMES MCCABE, ROYAL EXCHANGE, LONDON 1936 below the VI, with large gilt brass platform escapement, engraved cock, gold three-arm balance, triple chain fusee movement with maintaining power to the going train, chiming each quarter and the hour on a bell mounted within the base, the backplate mounted with the strike and repeat work and detailed James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London 1936 at the base, together with a Morocco leather and gilt travelling case and replacement key18cm high (handle up)PROVENANCE: Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Antiquarian Horology, Vol. 10, No. 3, June 1977, page 50, for a biography of the McCabes and their business, with a graph of the numbering system and approximate dates.Another carriage clock by McCabe, No. 2946, was sold in these rooms, lot 624, May 2019.Condition reportThe clock is working and it strikes and chimes. The repeat work functions although the push-piece from the rear door is missing. The quality of the engraving to the dial is not quite as expected and it may possibly be replaced from a previous enamel dial? The key is a modern hand-made replacement.

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A BLUE-PAINTED CAST-IRON STRIKING TURRET CLOCKBy J. W. Benson, Ludgate Hill, LondonWith two barrels and deadbeat escapement,

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Lot 1219

A BLUE-PAINTED CAST-IRON STRIKING TURRET CLOCKBy J. W. Benson, Ludgate Hill, LondonWith two barrels and deadbeat escapement, signed with painted bronze panel in relief J. W. BENSON, LUDGATE HILL, LONDON to the left side and CLOCKMAKER TO H. R. H. THE PRINCE OF WALES to the right side, mounted with later exhibition dial and motion work, on a later square section wrought-iron stand81cm wide; 45cm high (excluding later dial); 39cm deepOverall: 202cm high; 54cm deepSee Mike Bundock and Chris McKay, James W Benson of Ludgate Hill - Turret Clock Makers, Herne Bay, 2002.Condition reportIn unrestored condition. Steel work corroded. With red-painted wood-rod pendulum. Two cast-iron weights. No crank key.

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A LARGE FRENCH BRONZE ELEPHANT CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, late 19th centurySurmounted by a pagod holding a shade, with circu

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Lot 1236

A LARGE FRENCH BRONZE ELEPHANT CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, late 19th centurySurmounted by a pagod holding a shade, with circular gilt dial and 25-piece enamel mounts for the chapters, central disc and five-minute markers, above a standing elephant, its trunk raised, on a naturalistic base, the twin train movement stamped R & C PARIS & LONDON 621, with strike on a bell41cm highCondition reportIn good original condition. The movement may require a service. There is no key. It has its pendulum.

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A VICTORIAN WALNUT DRUM-TOP STRIKING MANTEL CLOCKBy French, Royal Exchange, LondonThe drum-top case supported on a pair of sc

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Lot 1304

A VICTORIAN WALNUT DRUM-TOP STRIKING MANTEL CLOCKBy French, Royal Exchange, LondonThe drum-top case supported on a pair of scrolls, above panelled base and stepped plinth, the 5in circular signed dial with blued steel quatrefoil hands, the twin train fusée movement with signed backplate, striking on a bell, and with pendulum locking nut29cm highCondition reportThere is a key. The clock is in good condition. The bell may be a replacement?

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A FRENCH GILTBRASS AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL MINIATURE CARRIAGE TIMEPIECE FOR THE CHINESE MARKETCirca 1900The Anglaise Riche style

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Lot 1251

A FRENCH GILTBRASS AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL MINIATURE CARRIAGE TIMEPIECE FOR THE CHINESE MARKETCirca 1900The Anglaise Riche style case with a blue ground cloisonné enamel and polychrome floral decoration, with five bevelled glass panels, the circular white enamel dial with Roman chapters and red five-minute markers, within a silvered engine-turned rectangular mask, original platform lever escapement, the backplate numbered 967 and with Chinese characters10.7cm high (handle up)Another very similar timepiece was sold in these rooms 17 & 18 May 2023, lot 751.Condition reportTogether with a key. The clock is not ticking. It requires a service. The dial has some hairline cracks. Otherwise in good condition.

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A BLACK-PAINTED CAST-IRON THREE-TRAIN TURRET CLOCKBy Bailey & Co, SalfordThe iron bed cast with the maker’s name to each side

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Lot 1218

A BLACK-PAINTED CAST-IRON THREE-TRAIN TURRET CLOCKBy Bailey & Co, SalfordThe iron bed cast with the maker’s name to each side, three trains with barrels, deadbeat escapement with adjustable pallets100cm wide; 40cm high; 40cm deepJohn Bailey (d. 1869) established the firm in Oldfield Road, Salford around 1832. It continued after his death with his son William. See Edmund Davies, Greater Manchester Clocks & Clockmakers, Mayfield 2007, p.89-91. for a brief history of the firm.Condition reportIn unrestored condition. Steelwork corroded. No pendulum. One crank key.

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A FRENCH BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, late 19th centuryModelled as a bull on naturalistic base, the dial with tw

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Lot 1235

A FRENCH BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, late 19th centuryModelled as a bull on naturalistic base, the dial with twelve enamel inset chapters, the twin train drum-shaped movement with strike on a bell33cm highCondition reportThe case is in good original condition. There is a pendulum but no key. The movement may require a service.

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A FRENCH ORMOLU CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL AND ONYX FOUR-GLASS MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1910The case with a serpentine-shaped front, twin balu

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Lot 1233

A FRENCH ORMOLU CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL AND ONYX FOUR-GLASS MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1910The case with a serpentine-shaped front, twin baluster uprights, stepped onyx pediment, above serpentine-shaped glazed and bevelled front door, the sides and back with bevelled panels, the dial with Gothic chapters within a pierced gilt chapter ring, the twin train movement with Marti cachet mark and marked A & N PARIS, hourly strike on a blued steel coiled gong, twin tube mercurial pendulum, on a shaped onyx base 34cm highCondition reportThere is no key. It has its pendulum. The case is in good condition. The movement may require a service.

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A LATE GEORGE II/EARLY GEORGE III PARCEL-GILT, RED LACQUER TO IMITATE TORTOISESHELL AND CHINOISERIE DECORATED LONGCASE CLOCKT

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Lot 1286

A LATE GEORGE II/EARLY GEORGE III PARCEL-GILT, RED LACQUER TO IMITATE TORTOISESHELL AND CHINOISERIE DECORATED LONGCASE CLOCKThe case circa 1760, the associated movement by William Gilbert, Gosport, circa 1795The case decorated in red lacquer to imitate tortoiseshell and decorated with chinoiserie figures, pavilions and landscapes, with an ogee pediment and three ball finials, above an arched glazed door, flanked by three-quarter columns, the trunk inset with an arched panel door, on a base and stepped plinth, the later associated movement with arched 12in. silvered and engraved dial, with HIGH WATER AT GOSPORT to the upper edge, above blue painted age of the moon and outer high water time to the arch, the dial with sweep centre seconds, signed in a recess Willm Gilbert, Gosport above another sector for the date, the twin train movement with anchor escapement and strike on a bell, movement and case associated249cm high overallCondition reportWith its pendulum and two-brass cased weights. There is no key. The movement will require a service. The movement and case are associated as stated above. The case is in good reasonable condition considering the age, some marks and knocks consistent with age. A split to the base panel. Some flaking in places.

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A RARE FRENCH GILT BRASS MID SIZE GORGE CASED GRANDE AND PETITE SONNERIE STRIKING ON FOUR GONGS CARRIAGE CLOCKFor Tiffany & C

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Lot 1261

A RARE FRENCH GILT BRASS MID SIZE GORGE CASED GRANDE AND PETITE SONNERIE STRIKING ON FOUR GONGS CARRIAGE CLOCKFor Tiffany & Co, Paris, No 3145, circa 1910The gorge case with folding handle and push/repeat, with five bevelled glass panels, with white enamel dial, blued steel hands and subsidiary for the alarm, the high-quality Swiss platform with damascened decoration, bi-metallic balance, over-sprung coil and in-line club-tooth lever escapement, all with jewelled endstones, striking and repeating the hours, via a squirrel cage on four blued steel gongs, the twin train movement detailed Tiffany & Co, Paris, No 3145, with alarm train, the base with strike selector, hours & quarters/ quarters only/ silent, in a red Morocco leather case20cm high (handle up)PROVENANCE: Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Condition reportThe case has been regilded. The movement is ticking with a good action. Some fingerprints on platform. It chimes and strikes the quarters and may be out of sync. It is a bit sluggish, so perhaps would benefit from a service.

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A JAPANESE SHAKU DOKEI ROSEWOOD STRIKING PILLAR CLOCKMeiji periodWith glazed removable hood, enclosing the verge balance-whee

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Lot 1224

A JAPANESE SHAKU DOKEI ROSEWOOD STRIKING PILLAR CLOCKMeiji periodWith glazed removable hood, enclosing the verge balance-wheel movement, with four slender turned upright pillars and pierced and engraved front plate, above the trunk with removable plate marking the time with thirteen shaped small brass panels, the descending going-train weight containing a striking train with countwheel and bell, a small drawer below51cm high overallPROVENANCE: Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Condition reportIn good overall condition. The movement may require a service.

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A GEORGE II STYLE EBONISED CLOCK BRACKET WITH CONCEALED DRAWER20th Century26cm wideCondition ReportIn good condition, some ma

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Lot 1290

A GEORGE II STYLE EBONISED CLOCK BRACKET WITH CONCEALED DRAWER20th Century26cm wideCondition ReportIn good condition, some marks and scratches.

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A FRENCH GILT BRASS AND BLACK MARBLE FOUR-GLASS MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1875With bevelled glass panels, the dial with visible escap

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Lot 1227

A FRENCH GILT BRASS AND BLACK MARBLE FOUR-GLASS MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1875With bevelled glass panels, the dial with visible escapement and pierced blued steel hands, detailed Walter E. Barry, Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly, London, the twin train movement striking on a bell, with grid iron pendulum47cm high Condition reportThere is no key. The clock is in original unrestored condition. There is verdigris to the metalware of the case and damp staining to the black marble. One escapement jewel has been replaced by a steel pin ground to shape.

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A FINE FRENCH GILT BRASS AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL GRANDE SONNERIE STRIKING & REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCK FOR THE CHINESE MARKETSigne

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Lot 1249

A FINE FRENCH GILT BRASS AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL GRANDE SONNERIE STRIKING & REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCK FOR THE CHINESE MARKETSigned for L. Vrard & Co., Tientsin, circa 1900The Anglaise Riche style case richly decorated in a blue ground polychrome cloisonné enamel, five bevelled glass rectangular panels, the dial with giltmetal mask and sweep centre seconds, alarm dial below the VI, the twin train movement with original silvered platform lever escapement, the movement No 112 and with Chinese inscription, striking and repeating on two blued steel coiled gongs, the base with three-point lever selector for the strike20.5cm highAnother very similar carriage clock was sold in these rooms 18 & 18 May 2023, lot 752.Condition reportTogether with a key. The case is in very good condition. The left hand glass has a small chip to the inner surface at the upper left corner. The movement strikes and chimes but is sluggish. The clock ticks slowly for a short while before stopping. It will require a service.

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A LARGE GREEN-PAINTED CAST-IRON STRIKING TURRET CLOCKAttributed to Smith of Clerkenwell, for Weller, SealThe substantial bed

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Lot 1217

A LARGE GREEN-PAINTED CAST-IRON STRIKING TURRET CLOCKAttributed to Smith of Clerkenwell, for Weller, SealThe substantial bed with splayed legs, gothic trefoil cast wheel plates, deadbeat escapement with adjustable beat adjustment to the crutch, weight driven maintaining power, countwheel strike and signed WELLER, SEAL on the brass setting dial116cm wide; 79cm high; 50cm deepCondition reportIn unrestored condition. Steelwork corroded. There is no pendulum or crank key. Two heavy cast-iron weights.

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A WILLIAM IV SMALL BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKBy Jefferson, Bruton StreetThe case with stepped pediment, above signed 3 1/2in.

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Lot 1298

A WILLIAM IV SMALL BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKBy Jefferson, Bruton StreetThe case with stepped pediment, above signed 3 1/2in. white enamelled convex dial (restored), pierced blued steel hands, flanked by canted angles to each side with a scroll and an arched glazed panel, glazed hinged back door, the fine twin train chain fusée drum-shaped movement, signed to the backplate, striking on a bell, with pendulum locking block and nut22cm highCondition reportThere is no winding key. One case key. With its pendulum. As noted in the cataloguing the dial is restored. The movement appears in good well-maintained order. It would benefit from a service.

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A FRENCH GILT BRASS, IVORY MOUNTED, STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKCirca 1910The case with reeded handle and uprights,

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Lot 1262

A FRENCH GILT BRASS, IVORY MOUNTED, STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKCirca 1910The case with reeded handle and uprights, and mounted with pierced scrolled ivory panels, the dial with gilt chapter ring, five bevelled glass panels, replacement gilt platform escapement, the twin train movement striking and repeating on a blued steel gong19cm highPROVENANCE: Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Ivory licence no. X55A56R2Condition reportThe top panel of the case is dirty and marked. The movement ticks and it strikes and repeats.

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A FRENCH GILT BRASS GORGE CASED STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy Henry Jacot, Paris, No. 17871, circa 1900The case wit

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Lot 1248

A FRENCH GILT BRASS GORGE CASED STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy Henry Jacot, Paris, No. 17871, circa 1900The case with five bevelled glass rectangular panels, push/repeat above the white enamel dial with subsidiary alarm dial, the twin train movement with replaced platform escapement, stamped to the backplate with Jacot’s cachet mark and numbered 17871, with strike on a blued steel gong17.5cm highCondition reportWith a key. The clock does run and the strike and repeat mechanism works. The case has been regilded. As noted the platform escapement is a later replacement.

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A SMALL MAHOGANY REPLICA OF JAMES FERGUSON’S TIDAL LONGCASE CLOCKBy G. H. Bell, circa 1971The case with a broken arched hood

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Lot 1279

A SMALL MAHOGANY REPLICA OF JAMES FERGUSON’S TIDAL LONGCASE CLOCKBy G. H. Bell, circa 1971The case with a broken arched hood and brass finial, above glazed door and sides, the trunk with an arched door, above panelled base and plinth; the 9in arched silvered dial inscribed to the upper left J. Ferguson inv. / London / Ca. 1780 and signed to the upper right G. H. Bell Fecit / Winchester Ca. 1971, the arch engraved with the estuary showing a blue-painted rising and falling shutter depicting the tidal movement, above twenty-four hour chapter ring, enclosing a blue painted ring with ‘sunburst’ hand showing the time; centred by a disc rotating anti-clockwise once every 29 1/2 days, engraved The Moon’s Age, the time of her Southing and time of High Water at London Bridge, with cut-outs to take the readings on engraved and painted discs, the next circlet inscribed High Water and Low Water twice, with an engraved ellipse showing the state of the tides, the A-frame-shaped movement with four knopped pillars, anchor escapement and large drum-shaped weight running on a wire line, wound by a continuous chain, brass cylindrical bob pendulum203cm highThis movement is a replica of one made by Ferguson and detailed in his 1773 compendium Select Mechanical exercises: Shewing how to construct different Clock, Orrieries and Sundials. It was sold Bonhams, New York, 7 June 2016, lot 147.Ebenezer Henderson, Life of James Ferguson, FRS, Edinburgh 1867Henry C. King, Geared to the Stars, Toronto, 1978.Condition reportThe clock is in good condition. Together with its weight and pendulum. The movement would benefit from a clean.

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A LATE WILLIAM IV MAHOGANY AND BRASS MOUNTED STRIKING AND REPEATING BRACKET CLOCKBy James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London, No

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Lot 1305

A LATE WILLIAM IV MAHOGANY AND BRASS MOUNTED STRIKING AND REPEATING BRACKET CLOCKBy James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London, No 255The case with a chamfer top above arched glazed panel door, with canted edges, flanked to each side by a fretted panel and with a hinged glazed back door, the 6 1/2in arched signed silvered dial with strike/silent subsidiary to the arch, the twin train chain fusée movement with signed backplate, striking on a bell and with pull repeat, brass pendulum locking nut, together with a reproduction bracket36cm high excluding bracketCondition reportWith a brass winding key and a steel case key. In good overall original condition. The movement appears to be tarnished and will require a clean and service.

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A FRENCH BRASS STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy E. Maurice & Co, Paris, No 1249, circa 1900The case with reeded uprigh

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Lot 1247

A FRENCH BRASS STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy E. Maurice & Co, Paris, No 1249, circa 1900The case with reeded uprights and five rectangular bevelled glass panels, the brass dial plate with overlaid pierced and chased foliate panel, enclosing a silvered chapter ring detailed R. Stewart Paris, with pierced and chased central roundel, push/repeat button, original silvered platform lever escapement, the backplate stamped with E. M & Co in an oval, with strike on a blued steel gong, together with its original burgundy-coloured Morocco leather travelling case19cm high (handle up)Condition reportThe carrying case handle is lost. Scuffs and marks consistent with age. The push buttons are lost. There is no key.The clock repeats but does not tick. It requires a full service and overhaul.

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A FRENCH ENGRAVED GILT BRASS OVAL MINIATURE CARRIAGE CLOCKAttributed to Drocourt, No. 20297, circa 1890The oval engraved case

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Lot 1265

A FRENCH ENGRAVED GILT BRASS OVAL MINIATURE CARRIAGE CLOCKAttributed to Drocourt, No. 20297, circa 1890The oval engraved case with shaped handle above bevelled glass panels, circular white enamel dial with a gilt mask, platform lever escapement with bi-metallic compensated balance, numbered to the backplate and underneath the base, together with its red Morocco leather case 8cm highPROVENANCE: Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Condition reportThe case has been regilt. There is a very slight indentation to the back edge of the base. The movement does tick, although a bit sluggish. Together with two keys for winding and setting the time.

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A GEORGE III OAK, OUTLINED AND CONCH SHELL INLAID LONGCASE CLOCKBy J. Woolley, Codnor, circa 1800The case with a swan-neck pe

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Lot 1285

A GEORGE III OAK, OUTLINED AND CONCH SHELL INLAID LONGCASE CLOCKBy J. Woolley, Codnor, circa 1800The case with a swan-neck pediment above arched glazed dial door, flanked by fluted columns, the trunk with canted angles and inset with an arched panel door, on stepped base, the 13in. arched brass dial, with moon phase, above crown and cherub spandrels, enclosing brass chapter ring with matted and chased centre, seconds subsidiary and signed at VI o’clock, the twin train movement with anchor escapement and strike on a bell218cm highCondition reportWith winding crank, two cast-iron weights and cast-iron bob pendulum. The movement is very dirty and will require a service. The case is in reasonable order, some marks, scratches and knocks consistent with age. A small veneer loss to the crossbanding on top left corner of the base. Filled worm holes to the left side of the hood around the top of the door and in other parts.

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AN EDWARDIAN MAHOGANY AND LINE INLAID LIBRARY CLOCKThe dial detailed Payne & Co, 163 New Bond Street, London / ParisThe arche

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Lot 1291

AN EDWARDIAN MAHOGANY AND LINE INLAID LIBRARY CLOCKThe dial detailed Payne & Co, 163 New Bond Street, London / ParisThe arched case with convex glazed dial surround, above 6 1/4in. circular white enamel dial, blue steel 'Breguet' moon hands, with brass grille side panels, the twin train rectangular plate French movement stamped Samuel Marti, with gong strike34cm highCondition reportWith key and pendulum. The case is in very good condition with pleasing veneers. The movement appears in clean condition and strikes the hours and half hours.

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A FRENCH GILTMETAL-MOUNTED BOULLE MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, late 19th centuryThe 3 1/4in. white enamel dial with blu

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Lot 1241

A FRENCH GILTMETAL-MOUNTED BOULLE MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XV style, late 19th centuryThe 3 1/4in. white enamel dial with blue Roman chapters inscribed Berger A Paris, drum-shaped twin train movement with countwheel strike on a bell30cm highCondition ReportWith pendulum. The case has a number of losses to the tortoiseshell veneer, mainly on the upper parts. There is also brass lifting. The movement would require a clean and service. There is no key.

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AN UNUSUAL FRENCH GILT BRASS SHIELD-SHAPED STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy Margaine, No 11820, circa 1890The shield-s

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Lot 1259

AN UNUSUAL FRENCH GILT BRASS SHIELD-SHAPED STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy Margaine, No 11820, circa 1890The shield-shaped case with a swept handle, supported on four addorsed dolphins, with circular white enamel dial and alarm subsidiary within a chased gilt mask, the twin train movement with Margaine's cachet mark and numbered 11820 to the bottom left corner of the backplate, with silvered platform lever escapement striking and repeating on a blued steel gong 15cm high (handle down)PROVENANCE: Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Condition reportThe case has been regilt. The movement strikes and ticks.

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A GEORGE III BRASS MOUNTED MAHOGANY BRACKET CLOCKBy Morice, Fenchurch Street, LondonThe broken-arched top case with brass car

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Lot 1306

A GEORGE III BRASS MOUNTED MAHOGANY BRACKET CLOCKBy Morice, Fenchurch Street, LondonThe broken-arched top case with brass carrying handle, above glazed doors, the sides with pierced fish-scale rectangular panels, the 8in arched brass dial with strike/silent above silvered chapter ring, enclosing a matted centre with pierced blued steel hands, the signed twin train chain fusée movement with anchor escapement striking the hour on a bell, with an associated mahogany bracket46cm highCondition reportIn unrestored condition. With a modern crank key. The case has been subject to repairs previously. Some veneer replacement on the top and back door. The movement requires a clean and service. The brass securing brackets are Victorian replacements.

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A FRENCH GILT BRASS AND CLOISONNE ENAMEL STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy Couaillet, Saint Nicholas-d’Aliermont, circa

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Lot 1252

A FRENCH GILT BRASS AND CLOISONNE ENAMEL STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy Couaillet, Saint Nicholas-d’Aliermont, circa 1910The Anglaise Riche style case with a reeded handle, above five rectangular bevelled glass panels, push/repeat, the cream enamel dial decorated with floral sprays within the chapter ring, original silvered platform lever escapement, the twin train movement with Couaillet stamp arrow and strike on a blued steel gong 20cm highCondition reportWith original burgundy Morocco leather travelling case and a double-ended key. The clock ticks and strikes and repeats. The case is tarnished and gilding worn. It will require a service and overhaul.

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A FRENCH BRASS STRIKING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy A. Margaine, No. 7995, circa 1890Of squat form, the enamel dial detailed Hy. Norman,

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Lot 1246

A FRENCH BRASS STRIKING CARRIAGE CLOCKBy A. Margaine, No. 7995, circa 1890Of squat form, the enamel dial detailed Hy. Norman, 27 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW, blued steel ‘Breguet’ moon hands, with original silvered platform lever escapement, the backplate stamped to the lower left corner with Margaine’s trademark of a skep with initials AM, striking on a blued steel gong, with original Morocco burgundy leather travelling case13.5cm high (handle up)Condition reportThe carriage clock requires a clean and full service. It currently does not tick or strike. With a later key. Leather case with no handle and wear.

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A MAHOGANY AND BRASS INLAID DROP DIAL WALL CLOCKThe 10in white-painted convex dial detailed L. Keysor, 16 Tottenham Ct Rd, Lo

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Lot 1310

A MAHOGANY AND BRASS INLAID DROP DIAL WALL CLOCKThe 10in white-painted convex dial detailed L. Keysor, 16 Tottenham Ct Rd, London, with blued steel spade hands, the associated gut fusée movement with shouldered plates, the drop case with glazed aperture flanked to each side by a carved ‘ear’ 31cm diameter; 49cm high overallCondition reportAs noted in the cataloguing, the movement is associated to this dial and case. It has been placed on an intermediate brass dial foot. There is a pendulum with the clock but no key. The dial has been repainted. The convex glass is missing. Otherwise the case is in fair condition.

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A LARGE PARCEL-GILT BLACK-PAINTED CAST-IRON STRIKING TURRET CLOCKBy J. F. Weule, Bockenem, for Gebr. Van Bergen, Midwolda, ci

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Lot 1220

A LARGE PARCEL-GILT BLACK-PAINTED CAST-IRON STRIKING TURRET CLOCKBy J. F. Weule, Bockenem, for Gebr. Van Bergen, Midwolda, circa 1900With moulded frame, two barrels, countwheel strike and maintaining power87cm wide; 92cm high; 63cm deepThe firm was established by Johann Friedrich Weule (d. 1897). See www.turmuhrenmuseum-bockenem.de for further information. Condition reportIn unrestored condition. Steelwork corroded. There is a wood-rod pendulum and a crank key

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AN EARLY VICTORIAN MAHOGANY AND BRASS INLAID DROP-DIAL WALL CLOCKBy Holman & Son, Lewes, circa 1840With a cast brass bezel an

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Lot 1314

AN EARLY VICTORIAN MAHOGANY AND BRASS INLAID DROP-DIAL WALL CLOCKBy Holman & Son, Lewes, circa 1840With a cast brass bezel and convex glass above the white-painted dial, with pierced hands, above a drop trunk with glazed pendulum aperture and brass surround, the gut fusée movement with arched shouldered plates and anchor escapement, with brass winding key engraved Holman & Son / LEWES38cm diameter overall; 50cm highCondition reportIn good condition. The case has been polished fairly recently. The movement appears to be in good order. Together with brass winding key

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A CHARLES X AUTOMATON MANTEL CLOCKThe arched case cast with foliage, enclosing the gilt dial, above a mask head and automaton

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Lot 1229

A CHARLES X AUTOMATON MANTEL CLOCKThe arched case cast with foliage, enclosing the gilt dial, above a mask head and automaton imitating a waterspout into a shell below, the twin train movement with countwheel strike on a bell with silk suspension, on a stepped base 37cm high Condition reportThere is a winding key for the clock and another for the automaton. With its pendulum. The automaton works and the clock ticks.

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A NAPOLEON III EBONISED, CUT-BRASS INLAID AND POLYCHROME DECORATED PORTICO CLOCKThe circular white enamel dial detailed LEROY

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Lot 1239

A NAPOLEON III EBONISED, CUT-BRASS INLAID AND POLYCHROME DECORATED PORTICO CLOCKThe circular white enamel dial detailed LEROY A PARIS, with pierced blued steel hands, the twin train drum-shaped movement S Marti & Cie and LEROY A PARIS, with countwheel strike 45cm highCondition reportLacking pendulum and bell. There is no key. Otherwise it appears to be in good condition.

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A FRENCH GILTBRASS, CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL, STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCK FOR THE CHINESE MARKETFor L. Vrard, Shanghai, cir

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Lot 1250

A FRENCH GILTBRASS, CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL, STRIKING AND REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCK FOR THE CHINESE MARKETFor L. Vrard, Shanghai, circa 1900The Anglaise Riche style case decorated in a cream ground cloisonné enamel with polychrome floral decoration, five rectangular bevelled glass panels, the signed gilt dial with sweep centre seconds within a cloisonné mask, the twin train movement with push repeat and alarm, original silvered platform lever escapement with cut bi-metallic compensated balance, the strike work mounted on the backplate, with a blued steel coiled gong20cm highA very similar clock was sold in these rooms 17 & 18 May 2023, lot 752.Condition reportThe clock case is in very good condition. The movement ticks and the clock strikes and repeats but is sluggish. It would benefit from a service. Together with a key. The front right foot is secured with sellotape as the screw is loose. There is a very slight surface loss to the enamel on the ‘blue’ lowest leaf on the front left hand pillar. It is very minor.

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A FRENCH ENGRAVED GILT BRASS STRIKING AND REPEATING OVAL CARRIAGE CLOCKRetailed by R. P. Donaldson, Carlow, circa 1885The ov

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Lot 1270

A FRENCH ENGRAVED GILT BRASS STRIKING AND REPEATING OVAL CARRIAGE CLOCKRetailed by R. P. Donaldson, Carlow, circa 1885The oval engraved case with a serpentine-shaped handle and push/repeat, the white enamel dial detailed R. P. Donaldson, Carlow, with blued steel 'Breguet' moon hands and subsidiary for alarm, original silvered platform, with bi-metallic compensated balance and club lever escapement, the twin train movement stamped 663, striking and repeating on a blued steel gong, together with its red Morocco leather case14cm high (handle down)PROVENANCE: Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Condition reportingThe case has been regilded. The movement ticks for a couple of minutes then stops. It strikes and repeats. Together with a double-ended key.

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A FRENCH GILTMETAL AND MARBLE MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1880The case modelled with a maiden holding a lyre, with white enamel dial, a

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Lot 1225

A FRENCH GILTMETAL AND MARBLE MANTEL CLOCKCirca 1880The case modelled with a maiden holding a lyre, with white enamel dial, above a waisted black marble plinth modelled with a putto, on scrolled feet, the twin train movement with strike51cm highCondition reportThere is no pendulum, key or bell. The case appears to be gilt painted and the movement will require a clean and service.

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A LATE REGENCY MAHOGANY AND BRASS INLAID LONGCASE CLOCKSigned Bentley & Beck, Royal Exchange, LondonThe lancet top case with

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Lot 1277

A LATE REGENCY MAHOGANY AND BRASS INLAID LONGCASE CLOCKSigned Bentley & Beck, Royal Exchange, LondonThe lancet top case with convex glazed dial surround, above the trunk with fluted quarter-columns and arched panel door, on panelled plinth and stepped base, the 12in. circular dial signed, with pierced steel hands, the twin train movement with anchor escapement and hourly strike on a bell200cm highBentley & Beck are recorded working 1815-24.Condition reportTwo brass-cased weights and a crank key. Wood-rod pendulum with brass bob. The movement requires a clean and full service. The dial paint appears original, the signature is visible faintly. The case is overall of a pleasing colour and in good condition, some marks and knocks consistent with age. A small ebonised fillet is chipped and loose from just under the hood at the top centre of the trunk. Another piece is chipped and lost to the right corner.

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A RARE AND UNUSUAL GILT BRASS TRIPOD CLOCK WITH BAROMETER AND THERMOMETERBy Thomas Cole, London, stamped 70 / 1858, for Phill

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Lot 1297

A RARE AND UNUSUAL GILT BRASS TRIPOD CLOCK WITH BAROMETER AND THERMOMETERBy Thomas Cole, London, stamped 70 / 1858, for Phillips, 23 Cockspur Street, circa 1860 With its original keySurmounted by a bracket, stamped to the upper side 70 1858, with small suspended silvered sphere for levelling, above three cylindrical arms, supporting the 6in silvered and engraved dial, signed Phillips 23 Cockspur St, above the XII, with seconds subsidiary below and blued steel hands, the movement with deadbeat escapement and wheels of five crossings, stamped to the base of the backplate 70 / 1858, the pendulum with silvered sphere bob, above circular engraved stepped base, inset with an aneroid barometer dial and angled thermometer scale, with Cole’s pendulum locking plate, together with glass domeThe clock 51cm highPROVENANCE: Jack Henley (according to paper label attached to the backplate)Cyril Fish, thence by descent.Thomas Cole (d. 1864) was a most innovative maker of clocks of singular design. His life and work are discussed in John Hawkins' work Thomas Cole & Victorian Clockmaking, Sydney, 1975. He illustrates a virtually identical tripod clock by Cole, item 40, page 115.The retailers of this clock are Phillips Brothers and they are recorded at 23 Cocksure Street 1856-69. They exhibited in the Great Exhibition of 1851 and the International Exhibition in 1862. Cole supplied them with his work.Condition reportThe clock is ticking and runs. In good original condition. The gilding is sharp and clean. The movement may require a service (some oil run-off on lower part of backplate). As stated it has its original key

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A FRENCH BRASS MINIATURE CARRIAGE TIMEPIECEProbably by Couaillet, Saint Nicholas-d’Aliermont, circa 1900Of serpentine outline

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Lot 1245

A FRENCH BRASS MINIATURE CARRIAGE TIMEPIECEProbably by Couaillet, Saint Nicholas-d’Aliermont, circa 1900Of serpentine outline, the cream enamel dial with pierced and engraved giltmetal overlay, original platform lever escapement11.3cm high (handle up)Condition reportThe clock is in very good condition. With key and working.

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A FRENCH ORMOLU AND PORCELAIN MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XVI style, circa 1890The case modelled with an urn and cherub above, t

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Lot 1242

A FRENCH ORMOLU AND PORCELAIN MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XVI style, circa 1890The case modelled with an urn and cherub above, the dial flanked by a putto-caryatid to each side, on stepped shaped plinth, the twin train movement striking on a bell44cm highCondition reportThere is a pendulum and winding key. The case is dirty and would benefit from a clean. The dial is cracked to its left side. The movement would benefit from a clean and service.

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A LATE GEORGE III OAK, MAHOGANY AND OUTLINED THIRTY HOUR LONGCASE CLOCKThe case with a swan-neck pediment above arched glazed

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Lot 1281

A LATE GEORGE III OAK, MAHOGANY AND OUTLINED THIRTY HOUR LONGCASE CLOCKThe case with a swan-neck pediment above arched glazed door, the trunk with fluted quarter-columns between a rectangular door, centred with a conch shell, above panelled base, the 12in. arched florally decorated white-painted dial, with calendar aperture, the posted frame movement with anchor escapement and countwheel strike on a bell225cm highCondition reportWith one weight, pendulum and crank key. The clock is in original unrestored condition. Marks, losses and knocks consistent with age to the case. Some loss to elements of the Swan-neck pediment. The panel on the base requires refining. The dial has wear to the chapter ring. Overall crazing, some small chips. The movement requires a service.

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A VITASCOPE INDUSTRIES ELECTRIC DIORAMA CLOCKCirca 1948In a brown case with nickel chapter ring and hands, illuminated backdr

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Lot 1222

A VITASCOPE INDUSTRIES ELECTRIC DIORAMA CLOCKCirca 1948In a brown case with nickel chapter ring and hands, illuminated backdrop and rocking vessel, each mast with five sails with leading spinnaker sail33cm highVitascope introduced this clock to the market in 1946 and were in production until around 1950.Condition reportIn working order. Clients should ensure they have the electric part tested for safety.

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A FRENCH BRASS STRIKING AND REPEATING ALARM CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH MOONPHASE AND CALENDARBy L’Epée, circa 1990The Anglaise Riche

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Lot 1253

A FRENCH BRASS STRIKING AND REPEATING ALARM CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH MOONPHASE AND CALENDARBy L’Epée, circa 1990The Anglaise Riche case with five rectangular bevelled glass panels, with push/repeat, the enamel dial, signed L’Epee Fondée en 1839, blued steel ‘Breguet’ moon hands with moonphase aperture above the VI and with three subsidiaries below for day of the week/alarm and date, the twin train movement with platform lever escapement, alarm and strike on a blued steel gong20cm highCondition reportWith a double-ended key. The movement ticks and strikes and repeats. The case is a little tarnished on its top.

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A FRENCH ORMOLU AND BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XVI style, circa 1890The drum-shaped case modelled with a pair of cloud-b

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Lot 1226

A FRENCH ORMOLU AND BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKIn the Louis XVI style, circa 1890The drum-shaped case modelled with a pair of cloud-bourne doves and foliate festoons, supported on a tasseled cushion and a pair of winged sphinx supports, on a shaped plinth with inset panel emblematic of the zodiac signs and flanked with ribbon-tied foliate swags, the 5 1/2in. circular white enamel dial detailed BARDE A PARIS, the twin train drum-shaped movement striking on a bell42cm highCondition reportWith steel winding key and pendulum. The case would benefit from a light clean. The dial is in good condition with a very small chip around the right winding arbor. The movement would benefit from a service

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A PARCEL-GILT GREEN LACQUER CHINOISERIE DECORATED QUARTER CHIMING LONGCASE CLOCKIn the George III style, 20th centuryThe slen

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Lot 1278

A PARCEL-GILT GREEN LACQUER CHINOISERIE DECORATED QUARTER CHIMING LONGCASE CLOCKIn the George III style, 20th centuryThe slender case decorated with pavilions and figures in a landscape, with arched hood and three finials, above a glazed aperture enclosing a silvered 7in. arched dial detailed William Clarke, White Chapple LONDON, with three train quarter-chiming movement on short straight steel wire gongs220cm highCondition reportThe case and decoration are in good condition. Some marks and scuffs consistent with age. The movement appears complete but will require a full service and overhaul. There is one key and a pendulum.

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A SILVER PAPER KNIFE AND THREE FURTHER ITEMS (4)The paper knife mounted with a medallion commemorating The Coronation of King

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Lot 1496

A SILVER PAPER KNIFE AND THREE FURTHER ITEMS (4)The paper knife mounted with a medallion commemorating The Coronation of King Edward VII, below a crown finial, London 1902, length 23cm, a decanter label detailed Sherry, Birmingham 1988, combined weight 54 gms, a rectangular silver mounted quartz clock and a silver handled implement

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