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Lot 137
THE VELVET UNDERGROUND AND RELATED - LP PACK. A super selection of 11 LPs by The Velvet Underground and related member solo releases. Artists/ titles include The Velvet Underground inc White Light/ White Heat (2353 024, UK Polydor. Record strong VG/ sleeve VG+), The Velvet Underground (2353 022, VG/ VG+), Loaded (ATL 40 113, VG/ VG), VU & Nico (SPELP 20), VU Live With Lou Reed (PRID 7). Nico inc The Marble Index (Sundazed LP 5131), Chelsea Girl (2353 025). Lou Reed inc S/T (LSP 4701), New York (925 829-1). John Cale - Vintage Violence (CS 1037) & New York Dolls (SRM-1-675). Condition is generally VG to Ex.
Lot 85
BOB DYLAN - LP BOX SETS. A smashing pack of 2 LP boxsets by Bob Dylan. Titles include The Best Of The Cutting Edge 1965-1966: The Bootleg Series Vol. 12 (88875124431, 2015 3x LP/ 2x CD set with a 12x12" booklet. All presented in a lovely slip-case. Records Ex/ Ex+/ Like New. Slipcase Ex+/ still in shrink wrapping) & Triplicate (88985 41351 1, 2017 Limited/ Deluxe edition No: 05964. Set includes 3x LPs presented in a vintage hardbound style case. Records generally Ex to Ex+/ "case" VG+, has some light storage wear to the covers).
Lot 124
UNDERGROUND FOLK ICONS - CONTEMPORARY PRESSING LPs. Delightful bundle of 8 x high quality LPs featuring the best of Underground Folk icons. Titles are Chris Thompson - Chris Thompson (Beatball/Light In The Attic BMRL 2006, highly limited edition EU pressing on blue vinyl), Judee Sill - Heart Food (4 Mean With Beards 4M121), Chris Thompson - Chris Thompson (Beatball/Light In The Attic BMRL 2006), Anne Briggs - The Time Has Come (EARTHLP019), Lal & Mike Waterson - Bright Phoebus (REWIG102LP), Richard Dawson - Peasant (WEIRD087LP, deluxe edition on yellow vinyl), Joanna Newsom - Divers (DC561), Sandy Denny - I've Always Kept A Unicorn (Island 570 797-6) and Compton & Batteau - In California (EARTHLP021). Condition is almost entirely Ex+ or 'as new'.
Lot 144
KALEIDOSCOPE - TANGERINE DREAM LP (UK MONO ORIGINAL - NO SLEEVE - TL.5448). A mono UK original LP pressing of Tangerine Dream By Kaleidoscope (TL.5448, 1967 UK mono pressing on Fontana. Black/ silver labels have some light spindle wear. 1L/ 2L matrix. The record is glossy G+ condition, each side displays a numerous surface marks, including some hairline but feelable marks. Doesn't include a sleeve. Record only).
Lot 37
Four coffee table books from Martin's collection to inc: Dennis Hopper - Photographs 1961-1967 (Taschen, hard cover, dust jacket , 2011), Paul Gorman - Reasons to be Cheerful - The Life and Work Of Barney Bubbles (hard cover, 2010 edition), Michael Light - Full Moon (Jonathan Cape, 1999, with dust jacket), Peter Beard - Taschen (2022, hardcover with card slipcase)
Lot 131
OASIS - (WHAT'S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY? LP (ORIGINAL UK COPY - CREATION CRE LP 189). A clean original UK Damont pressing of the famed second long player from Oasis. Record 1 (CRELP 189 A1 Damont etched both sides) is in VG+ condition with a few light surface marks though no heavier scratches. Record 2 (CRELP 189 C2/D2 Damont etched both sides) is in similar VG+ condition with a few light surface scuffs to side 3, without any heavier feelable scratches. Complete with original glossy black inners in clean Ex condition. The original multifold sleeve is in very sharp Ex condition showing only a couple of very minor creases/edgewear. Without any rips, tears or seam splits and with the spine in lovely sharp, fully legible order.
Lot 114
NIRVANA - LP RARITIES PACK. A super selection of 3 LPs by American grunge legends Nirvana. Titles include Unplugged In New York (GEF 24727, white vinyl pressing with printed inner. Record VG+, has a couple of light paper marks/ sleeve Ex), In Utero (SVLP 0048, includes insert. Record is strong VG+/ sleeve Ex) & Nevermind (SVLP 0038, Limited Edition with insert. Record Ex+/ sleeve Ex+).
Lot 135
PRIMAL SCREAM - COLLECTORS' VINYL PACKAGE (LPs/12"/10"/7"). Superb offering of 26 x releases all things vinyl with LPs/12"/10" and 7" included which will lead you to a Beautiful Future(!). To include Screamadelica (UK original Creation double LP original Damont pressing, CRELP 076 - VG condition records with some surface marks/VG+ some light creasing to the edges of the gatefold sleeve), Evil Heat (2002 original EU double LP, 5089231000 - sharp Ex and Ex+ records/with clean glossy printed inners/Ex neat sleeve), Bobby Gillespie and Jehnny Beth - Utopian Ashes (2021 LP, 2 x black vinyl copies), More Light (2013 double LP, 5060342850034 - Mint and sealed), Riot City Blues Sessions (2021 release, 19439873831 - Mint and sealed), Echo Dek (CREL7224 - 5 x 7" box set), Loaded (7" jukebox, CRE 117D), Dixie-Narco EP (CRE 117T, 12"), Kowalski, If The Move Kill 'Em (CRE 284T), Some Velvet Morning (feat. Kate Moss, promo XPR3730), Higher Than The Sun (7" and 12"), Don't Fight It, Feel It and (I'm Gonna) Cry Myself Blind (10"). Condition is generally VG+ to Ex+ with some (moreover on the sleeves) below.
Lot 75
PUNK/ KRAUT/ ELECTRONIC - CD BOX SETS. A wonderful set of 5 CD box sets. Artists/ titles include Can inc The Lost Tapes (CDSPOON55, 3x CD set with 28-page booklet) & Can Box (SPOON 41, Limited 30th Anniversary edition. Includes 2x CDs, VHS and booklet). Brian Eno - Instrumental (ENOBX 1, 3x CD set with booklet), The Clash (Limited Edition 6x CD set No: 0486. Contains 6x CDs and 6 inserts) & Iggy & The Stooges - Raw Power (886976571429, 3x CD set with DVD, booklet, 7" and inserts). CDs all appear to be in Excellent condition. Some boxes have light storage wear.
Lot 136
PRIMAL SCREAM - COLLECTORS' VINYL PACKAGE 'PART TWO'. Movin' On Up Now with 15 x vinyl releases on LP/12"/10" and 7" from Primal Scream and related artists. To include Evil Heat (original EU 2002 double LP, 5089231000 - lovely Ex+ condition records/complete with clean glossy printed inners/VG sleeve a few creases with a small paper tear on the opening edge), More Light (2013 double LP/CD - Mint and sealed), Dixie-Narco EP (inc. original and 2021 reissue still sealed), Velvet Morning (feat. Kate Moss, 12" promo XPR3730), Bobby Gillespie and Jehhny Beth - Utopian Ashes (2021 LP, ltd edition red vinyl), Kowalski, Stuka, Burning Wheel (12" promo plus spare sleeve), Black To Comm (EARS037, sealed) and (I'm Gonna) Cry Myself Blind (10"). Condition is typically VG+ to Ex+.
Lot 126
SOUNDTRACKS (CULT/UNDERGROUND) - LPs. Brill selection of 9 x Soundtracks which includes some festive cheer too! Titles are Angelo Badalamenti (x2) - Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (DW51 cherry pie marbled vinyl) and Twin Peaks (DW50, damn fine coffee marbled brown vinyl), Gert Wilden & Orchestra - Schulmädchen Report (1996 white vinyl), Delia Derbyshire/Elsa Stansfield - Circle Of Light (gold vinyl, JBH061LP), Plan 9 From Outer Space (PERF 391), The Revenge Of Mister Mopoji (ST-5918), Fear Is The Key (CINLP002), Noel Gospel and Noel Crooners. Condition is largely Ex to Ex+/as new.
Lot 86
NICK DRAKE - LP BOX SETS. A super selection of 2 LP box sets by Nick Drake. Titles include Fruit Tree (HNBX 5302, 1986 European 4x LP set includes the albums Five Leaves Left, Bryter Layter, Pink Moon & Time Of No Reply. Also includes a 12x12" booklet. Records are generally VG to VG+. Inner cover sleeves are VG/ VG+, some has some light edge splits. Box is G+ condition, has some staining/ split corners/ bending) & Pink Moon (0602537134335, 2012 box set reissue includes audiophile 180g vinyl, replica shop poster, lyric sheet facsimile. Record is Ex+/ Like New/ Sleeve Ex+/ Like New. Box is Ex+/ Like New).
Lot 104
THE CHARLATANS AND RELATED LP/ BOX SET PACK. A wonderful selection of 4 LPs by The Charlatans, including a box set. Charlatans titles include The Charlatans (BBQLP 174, Includes printed inner sleeves. Records generally VG+, all sides displays some light paper marks/ scuffs. Nothing feelable. Sleeve VG+), Tellin' Stories (BBQLP 190, printed inner. Record VG+/ sleeve VG+) & A Head Full Of Ideas: Deluxe Edition (5053760075387, Limited Edition 5x LP box set No: 1003 of 1989. Includes bonus 7" single, signed poster and booklet. Records are generally Ex/ Ex+/ Like New. Box Ex+). Tim Burgess - Typical Music (BELLA1311V, printed inner sleeves. Records Ex/ Ex+/ Like New. Sleeve Ex+).
Lot 83
PIL - METAL BOX (LP BOX SET - METAL 1). A quality UK copy of the PiL's iconic Metal Box (METAL 1). Includes original paper spacers and insert. Record sides are a mix of strong VG to Ex, some light/ hairline surface marks, nothing feelable of note. Records would benefit from a professional clean. The outer 'metal box' is presented in lovely, strong VG+ condition, displaying some oxidation that is widely known to occur. The catalogue sticker on the back of the tin is in nice legible shape.
Lot 134
FELT/PRIMAL SCREAM RELATED - LP/12" COLLECTION. Excellent bundle of 6 x LPs/12", 1 x 7" and also to including a proof (and stock) spare sleeve. Titles are Bubblegum Perfume (CRELP 069 - VG+/Ex complete with printed inner), Let The Snakes Crinkle Their Heads To Death (CRELP 009 - VG some surface marks and a light feelable scratch on side 2/VG), Bobby Gillespie and Jehhny Beth - Utopian Ashes (2021 LP, ltd edition red vinyl copy), Forever Breathes The Lonely Word (CRELP 011, please note to include proof sleeve and stock picture sleeve with insert only and no record/s, Fly - Motorway (FLY 001 - Ex+/Ex), The Pictorial Jackson Review (CRE LP 030 - Ex+ please note record only), Space Blues (CRE 060T - Ex please note record only) and Sometimes I Feel So Lonely (2006 7" - G+ with label damage).
Lot 47
A PAIR OF GILDED GESSO TWO-LIGHT WALL SCONCESwith central column applied with acanthus leaves, with twin scroll arms candle holders, electrified with shades (2) 19cm high (E)ELECTRICAL GOOD IN NEED OF REWIRING ARE INDICATED BY THE SYMBOL **‘(E)’** These are sold as ‘antiques’ only and if bought for use, buyers must have them checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before you use them. Adam’s does not take responsibility for non-functioning electrical goods as most second-hand electrical items sold at auction require re-wiring even if functioning at the time of the auction viewing.
Lot 264
A GILT BRASS FIFTEEN LIGHT CHANDELIERthe central pole with open twist acanthus leaf decoration, and down swept acanthus leaf branches, drip pans and faux candle lights, c. 125cm drop(E)ELECTRICAL GOOD IN NEED OF REWIRING ARE INDICATED BY THE SYMBOL **‘(E)’** These are sold as ‘antiques’ only and if bought for use, buyers must have them checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before you use them. Adam’s does not take responsibility for non-functioning electrical goods as most second-hand electrical items sold at auction require re-wiring even if functioning at the time of the auction viewing.***PLEASE NOTE: This lot is not on view in Stephen's Green Salerooms but is available for view in our warehouse. Please contact us for further information.***
Lot 85
A FRENCH BRASS CARRIAGE CLOCKATTRIBUTED TO THE COUAILLET FAMILY, SAINT-NICHOLAS-D' ALIERMONT, CIRCA 1910The eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement regulated by sprung bimetallic balance, the backplate stamped with a direction of wind arrow to centre beneath MADE IN FRANCE to upper margin, the rectangular cream enamel dial with red Roman hour numerals to chapter ring, pierced blued steel hands and polychrome floral swag decoration to upper and lower margins, the bevel-glazed case with hinged filigree baton carrying handle and rectangular glass to top, over plain frieze and repeating honey bee relief decorated corner uprights, the rear with pin-hinged glazed door, on caddy moulded skirt base; with a French gilt brass obis cased carriage timepiece, unsigned, circa 1900, the eight-day single train movement with platform lever escapement regulated by sprung monometallic balance, the dial with cream Arabic numeral chapter ring within a foliate scroll 'filigree' overlaid gilt mask, the case with hinged handle over cavetto cornice mouldings and caddy moulded corner uprights, with conforming pierced gilt panels set behind the side glasses and pin-hinged door to rear, on cavetto moulded skirt base, (2).The first clock 14cm (5.5ins) high with handle down, 8.5cm (3.375ins) wide, 7.5cm (3ins) deep; the second 11.5cm (4.5ins) high with handle down, 7.5cm (3ins) wide, 6.3cm (2.5ins) deep. The hand-setting arrow stamp to the movement backplate of the first item in the current lot conforms to that used by the Couaillet family as illustrated in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS Their history and development on page 435. Couaillet Freres are discussed by Leigh Extence in his article The Carriage Clock Makers of Saint-Nicolas-d'Aliermont published in National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors Bulletin, 2020; where they are described as being one of the most prolific of the carriage clock makers of carriage clocks operating from the horological town of Saint-Nicolas-d'Aliermont (near Dieppe) during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1885 Armand Couaillet was employed by the prominent maker Albert Villon, but in 1892 he and his brothers Denis and Ernest set up their own workshops in the centre of the town as Couaillet freres. They increased the size of the concern when buying the house and workshops of Delépine-Barrois across the road in 1912. Condition Report: The first (larger of the two) is in working condition and appears all-original with no noticeable replacements. The movement however would benefit from a clean and overhaul. The dial has a light hairline crack across the lower left corner and another across the right which is not visible due to being behind the frame, otherwise appears to be in good original condition. The case is a little dull/tarnished but is free from visible faults including the glasses. The second is also in good original working condition. The dial is undamaged - there are traces of a retailer's signature on the chapter ring. The case is in very good condition with no visible damage; the gilding has overall patchy oxidation.There is one key with the lot (fits both) but no travelling cases. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 148
A REGENCY MAHOGANY FUSEE DIAL WALL TIMEPIECE THE DIAL SIGNED FOR JAMES MCCABE, LONDON, CIRCA 1825With a four knopped pillar single chain fusee movement incorporating bottle-shaped plates and anchor escapement for regulated by lenticular bob pendulum, the backplate signed James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London, fitted to the 13.5 inch circular cream painted Roman numeral dial inscribed JAMES McCABE, Royal Exchange, LONDON to centre, with steel spade hands set behind hinged glazed caddy-moulded cast brass bezel incorporating canted silvered insert to interior, the drum-type case with curved hinged access flap to right hand side and base.44cm (17.25ins) diameter, 16cm (6.25ins) deep. James McCabe junior succeeded his father of the same name was one of the most successful English clock and watchmakers of the 19th century. He was apprenticed to Reid and Auld of Edinburgh and was admitted to the Clockmaker's Company as a Free Brother in 1822. Around this time McCabe entered into a short-lived partnership with Strahan (probably Charles who gained his freedom of the Clockmaker's Company in 1815). From 1826 James McCabe managed the business alone from 97 Cornhill until 1838 when he was forced to temporarily relocate to 32 Cornhill due to a major fire at the Royal Exchange. It was at this time (1825-43) that Thomas Cole worked for McCabe before setting up his own to produce distinctive and highly decorative timepieces in his own unmistakable style. The business was subsequently continued by Robert Jeremy until his retirement in 1883. Evidence to the back of the dial of the present timepiece suggests that a different movement was originally intended. The present movement, however, would otherwise appear to have been fitted to the dial at a very early date hence is probably more likely to be a 'rethink' by the maker rather than a later replacement. Indeed the dial retains old original surface with 'witness marks' within the finish corresponding to the present dial feet being in use throughout the clock's life. Condition Report: Movement is in fine clean working condition and appears fundamentally all-original with the only noticeable replacement being the centre wheel arbor. Please note the notes within the catalogue description above re dial fittings. The dial retains old surface with overall light crazing; the numerals and signature have been retouched. The bezel is in fine condition. The case is in very good condition. The circumference has some relatively light shrinkage cracking and a few very well executed veneer patch repairs, faults are otherwise limited to very minor bumps. The lower flap is also a replacement.Timepiece has pendulum, a case key (for bottom flap) and a winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 44
A GEORGE III SILVER PAIR-CASED VERGE QUARTER-REPEATING POCKET WATCH WITH SWEEP CALENDAREARDLEY NORTON, LONDON, LATE 18th CENTURYThe gilt full plate single fusee movement with four cylindrical pillars pinned through the backplate, stop-iron block and verge escapement regulated by brass three-arm balance with Tompion type regulation, the quarter repeat-work operated by a plunger to the suspension post sounding the hours via a pivoted hammer striking on a bell set which the rear of the inner case, followed by two rapid blows for each quarter via a second hammer sounding on the same bell, the backplate with fine symmetric foliate scroll pierced and engraved balance cock with wedge-shaped matted-ground relief engraved foot, flanked by silvered regulation disc set within adjacent conforming applied scroll engraved panel infill opposing signature Eardley Norton, London and serial number 28847, the slightly convex circular white enamel Roman numeral dial signed EARDLEY NORTON, LONDON to centre within concentric inner date-of-the-month track and with Arabic five minutes to outer track, with gold spade hour and minute hands a wavy calendar indication hand, the inner case with continuous engraved and pierced geometric bordered leafy band to circumference and plunging suspension post fitted with a bow at twelve o'clock, the outer case with finely moulded rim and bezel surround, (both cases unmarked, the inner with conforming serial number 28847).The pillar plate 3.8cm (1.5ins) diameter; the inner case 5cm (2ins) diameter; the outer case 6cm (2.375ins) diameter. Eardley Norton was thought to have been born into a farming family from Rigsby, Lincolnshire, however he was apprenticed as a clockmaker 25 May 1743 to Robert Dawson of Alford. Latterly he moved to London where he is listed as working at 49 St. John's Street, Clerkenwell between 1760 and 1794. He was member of the Clockmakers' Company being freed in 1770 and remained a member until his death in 1792. He applied for a patent for a new type of striking mechanism for both clocks and watches on 31 August 1771. Norton enjoyed Royal patronage being perhaps best known for his silver mounted four-dial astronomical clock (made in collaboration with James Ferguson F.R.S.) commissioned by George III for Buckingham House (later Palace) which still remains in the Royal Collection (RCIN 30432). He married Mary Swinnerton of Oswestry and later retired to Stonegrove House (no longer existing), Little Stanmore, Middlesex, in the parish of Whitchurch. On his death, his business was taken over by the partnership of Gravell and Tolkien. He is buried at St. Lawrence's church in Little Stanmore. Condition Report: Movement appears complete and essentially in sound original just about working order, however the escapement beats erratically and a little fast suggesting that the balance spring is either detached or missing. The repeat work will operate but is lazy in its action and struggles to complete the cycle and the hands are currently out-of-sync. The mechanism is a little dirty/dry indicating that a gentle clean/service is required however the original gilding is sound with minimal wear or scuffs/scratches. The dial is loose and has a tiny edges chip above the XI and near the IIII numerals otherwise visible faults are very much limited to slight surface scratching; hands are in good original condition. The inner case has some noticeable wear/rubbing/indenting around the waist (where it has rubbed against the inner collar of the outer case). The centre of the rear has had replacement threaded insert for mounting the bell fitted at some point. There is also a small hole (possibly for a thumb piece?) to the waist at 6 o'clock and a small notch within the bezel at 8 o'clock which appears original/intentional but purpose is unknown. The outer case has some slight denting and overall light wear otherwise is in good original condition.There is no winding key included. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 189
A WILLIAM III WALNUT AND FLORAL MARQUETRY EIGHT-DAY LONGCASE CLOCKJOHN COTTON, LONDON, CIRCA 1695The five finned pillar inside countwheel bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 11 inch square brass dial with subsidiary seconds dial, ringed winding holes and scroll border engraved calendar aperture to the matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised sword hilt half hour markers and Arabic five minutes within the outer minute track, with scroll pierced steel hands and winged cherub mask and foliate scroll cast spandrels to angles, the lower margin of the dial plate with engraved signature Iohn Cotton in ye Strande, in a case with later domed caddy superstructure over architectural entablature and hinged glazed dial aperture incorporating floral marquetry decoration to surround and flanked by three-quarter columns to the front angles, the sides with rectangular windows and bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with ebonised ground grotesque mask-centred floral trail decorated convex throat moulding over 41.5 inch rectangular door inlaid with an architectural urn within bird inhabited flowering foliage into an ebonised ground, centred with an oval lenticle and with half-round edge mouldings set into a herringbone inlaid surround, over base with stepped ogee top moulding and conforming floral marquetry panel within herringbone border to fascia, on shallow moulded band and ogee bracket feet.196cm (77ins) high excluding later superstructure and feet, 223cm (88ins) high overall, 48cm (19ins) wide, 25.5cm (10ins) deep. John Cotton is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as born circa 1669, apprenticed to Charles Lowndes in 1683 and gaining his Freedom of the Clockmakers' Company in 1695. Loomes notes that Cotton paid quarterage until 1697 and is thought to have died the following year. His son of the same name was apprenticed to Edward Comins, a shipwright of Woolwich, London. Condition Report: The movement is essentially in working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The mechanism is a little dirty/dusty hence requires a clean and service. The dial is in good clean condition with only a couple of light blemishes to the matted decoration to the centre only. The movement rests on a replacement seatboard with packing to the cheek uprights indicating the movement and dial are not original to the case. The case is structurally sound and retains all its important elements including good long backboard continuing down well into the plinth (has some shrinkage cracking and a couple of small patch repairs to the panel). The sides are also in good condition retaining almost all of their original length. The case has however seen some historic 'updating' and requires overall work. The caddy is a 19th century replacement as is the entablature moulding and hood columns. The sides of the hood have lost their veneers and rear quarter columns. The hood door has one small loss to the marquetry otherwise is in good condition. The throat moulding has some losses/flaking and historic filling to the marquetry, the trunk door also has s a few similar localised losses to the marquetry and some filling mostly to cracks near the top and bottom margins (due to shrinkage between the door panel and the clamps applied at each end). The trunk door lock is a replacement and there is a veneer patch repair to the escutcheon area. The sides of the case have a scumbled stain finish over the original veneers which appear sound; an attempt to clean back this finish has been made to the lower rear right causing patchiness. The base top mouldings have shrinkage cracking and some historic worm damage. The plinth retains its original marquetry panel which is in similar condition to the rest of the marquetry. The lower edge of the plinth appears to have been reduced slightly and applied with later moulding and ogee bracket feet. The side veneers of the plinth re in sound condition; the banding around the front panel has chips/losses and repairs. The plinth is a little out of square in relation to the trunk causing the clock to lean a little when the plinth is stood square on the ground. Otherwise faults to the case are essentially limited to age related bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and a few small localised repairs.Clock is generally a sound restoration project and has a pendulum, pair of brass cased weights and a winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 121
A WILLIAM IV LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU MANTEL TIMEPIECEUNSIGNED, CIRCA 1825The circular four columnar pillar chain fusee movement with anchor escapement for regulation by a lenticular or disc bob pendulum, the 4 inch circular gilt brass dial with engine-turned centre within Roman chapter ring and outer minute track, with steel moon hands set within a gilt engine-milled bezel, the rococo scroll-cast waisted case cast with foliate bud finial above scallop crest and rocaille-work enveloping the dial flanked by open leafy scrolls, the sides with shaped floral lattice-pierced frets beneath generous leaf motifs, the rear matching the front but without the leafy scroll-pierce fret to apron, on generous inward-curved scroll feet with scallop shell pendant between.31cm (12.25ins) high, 19.5cm (7.75ins) wide, 11.5cm (4.5ins) deep. The detailing of the movement and dial of the current timepiece can be closely compared with the work of William Payne who worked form New Bond Street, London 1825-51 specialising in small mantel clocks/timepieces and carriage clocks. Condition Report: Movement is complete (except for a pendulum) and appears all original. Although the brass shows overall light oxidation it is in relatively clean condition and will run. Dial retains original gilding with only a few light spots of oxidation; the numerals show some moderate rubbing. The case retains original gilding albeit a muted through dirt and discolouration. It has probably been cleaned in the not too distant past but may benefit from further careful cleaning to freshen it up further. Timepiece does not have a pendulum or winding key, once these have been sourced it should then be able to be put to use. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 137
Y A FRENCH REGENCE BOULLE BRACKET CLOCK WITH WALL BRACKETANDRE HORY, PARIS, CIRCA 1725The rectangular five shouldered baluster pillar twin going barrel outside countwheel bell striking movement with verge escapement for regulated by pendulum with silk suspension, the backplate signed Andre Hory A Paris to lower margin, the 10 inch circular twelve piece cartouche numeral dial cast in relief with vases of flowers with Berianesque strapwork inhabited by a pair of opposing portrait bust medallions to centre, within chapter ring with blue-on-white Roman hour numerals within rococo borders and every minute numbered to outer track, with sculpted steel hands and enamel cartouche signed A HORY, A PARIS set within scroll cast apron beneath, the engraved cut brass and brown shell marquetry veneered case with cast ormolu surmount modelled as winged Fortuna set on the outswept superstructure decorated with brass foliate strapwork scrolls into a cut shell ground, the front with palmette-centred arched gilt crest terminating with acanthus scrolls issuing leafy pendants at the shoulders, over gilt brass-framed moulded arch-glazed door cast with scene of Amphitrite aboard a chariot holding a trident, enclosing marquetry veneered decoration to the inside surface of the rear door over a radial-lozenge tiled floor, the surround decorated with leafy scrolls within line-edged border, the sides with tall shaped-arch brass-fillet edged windows capped with scallop shell mounts set between marquetry panel veneered upper and lower margins, the rear ebonised and with single panel door, on generous scroll cast feet incorporating with shaped foliate scroll decorated apron between; the conforming ogee-shaped wall bracket with gilt-edged marquetry veneered cavetto upstand to the rectangular table over repeating leaf edge mounts and arcade decorated cavetto moulding forming the lip, and generous cherub mask angle mounts flanking premier-parti marquetry decoration to front and sides, the base terminating with inverted acanthus caddy with conforming pendant finial, (movement part dismantled).The clock and wall bracket 134cm (52.75ins) high, 50cm (19.75ins) wide, 26cm (10ins) deep overall. Andre Hory is recorded in Britten, F.J. Old Clocks & Watches AND THEIR MAKERS as working in Paris circa 1700-50. Britten notes a fine boulle-work bracket clock at the Pal de Pau, Paris; also a watch with six hour dial in the Gelis Collection and a repeating watch in the Ilbert Collection. Condition Report: Please not amendment to the report below (in block capitals) 23/02/2023. Movement is complete and appears essentially all original including the escapement although the crutch and pendulum are replacements. THE TRAINS HAVE BEEN RE-PINIONED USING THE ORIGINAL WHEELS; THIS REPAIR WAS TRADITIONALLY DONE TO ADDRESS PINION WEAR. The strike train second wheel, hammer pin wheel and fly are currently out of the movement but are present and appear undamaged. The under dial work is present for both motionwork and strike release. Once the detached elements are put back there is nothing to suggest movement that the movement wouldn't run (although the integrity of the strike mainspring has not been tested). The movement is generally a little dirty/neglected so a clean/service is required. The dial is in fine original condition retaining old gilding with a nice rich tone which would seem to only require a wash. The XII numeral cartouche and the name plate have some very light hairline cracks and the VII numeral is currently detached but undamaged. The hands have light oxidation. The case is in very good original condition but is presently very dusty/dirty. There is overall light lifting and movement to the brass marquetry but with surprisingly few losses. A couple of small pieces have been 'caught' hence are lifted and bent but overall the veneers are in good untouched condition and are very intact. The inside surface of the rear door has slight movement/cracking down the centre causing a couple of tiny losses to the shell but none to the brass. The inside base panel is missing a couple of wooden 'tiles' but the all the brass ones are present. The mounts are all present and are very nice quality. They are in good condition retaining old gilding with patchy oxidation/dirt. The bracket is a perfect fit for the clock but the marquetry is contra-parti and differs a little in style from the rest of the case. These is more significant lifting as well as some localised replacements and historic pinning. The mounts are in similar condition but perhaps slightly more discolouration and degradation of the gilding than those on the clock.Clock has later pendulum and a winder but no case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 144
A REGENCY MAHOGANY FUSEE DROP-DIAL WALL TIMPIECEUNSIGNED, CIRCA 1820The four knopped pillar single fusee movement with bottle-shaped plates and anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum, the 12 inch cream painted circular convex Roman numeral dial with steel moon hands set behind hinged convex-glazed moulded cast brass bezel, with conforming turned dial surround secured via pegs to the rear box case with door to right hand side and the lower section visible beneath the dial fronted with a brass fillet edged shaped glazed aperture for the pendulum, flanked by fan-carved ears over curved base incorporating pendulum access flap to underside.50cm (19.75ins) high, 37cm (14.5cm) wide, 16.5cm (6.5cm) deep. Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. Thew dial retains old/original surface with some light scratching, wear and rubbing most noticeably to the minute track; the numerals may have seen some re-touching. The case has been cosmetically restored hence is very presentable with visible faults essentially limited to minor shrinkage, wear and small veneer patch repairs to the edge of the glazed pendulum aperture and the curved base.Timepiece is complete with a case key and winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 110
Y A VICTORIAN ROSEWOOD CASED TWO-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETERGEORGE EDWARD FRODSHAM, LONDON, CIRCA 1875The circular four pillar single chain fusee movement with Harrison's maintaining power, Earnshaw type spring detent escapement and split bimetallic balance with cylindrical compensating weights, helical balance spring and diamond endstone, the spotted backplate with spring set-up ratchet and blued-steel pillar and backcock securing screws, the 4 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds dial to above six o'clock beneath engraved signature G. E. FRODSHAM, 31 Gracechurch St., London 6506 across the centre and DOWN/UP power reserve dial to upper section, with gold/gilt spade hands and secured by a screw-down bezel into a lacquered brass bowl with shuttered winding hole to underside, mounted via gimbals into a brass-bound rosewood three-tier box with shaped brass vacant plate to the brass corner-capped top tier over second tier with glazed panel to interior, inset ivory panel engraved G. E. Frodsham, 31 Gracechurch Street, London to front and brass reinforcements to angles, the bottom tier with conforming reinforcements, hinged brass side handles and ivory disc numbered 6506 to front.The box 18cm (7ins) square, 19.5cm (7.75ins) high. George Edward Frodsham was born in 1831 and succeeded John Frodsham - first working as Frodsham, Son and Company in 1849, then in the Partnership of Frodsham and Baker the following year. George Frodsham then worked alone from 31 Gracechurch Street, London from 1864; the business became G. E. Frodsham and Company in 1882 and then a Limited Company in 1888. The following year (1889) the business advertised as being clockmakers to the Queen, Prince of Wales, The Royal Observatory and The Lords of the Admiralty and continued under George Edward Frodsham until 1901 when he presumably retired; he died two years later. Please note Dreweatts have an ivory exemption license for this lot BLQCKTTE Condition Report: Movement is complete, appears all-original and is in working condition; the mechanism is a little dull/tarnished hence would benefit from a gentle clean. The dial has overall very light streaky oxidation and the minute hand is a replacement. The bowl and gimbals are complete and are in sound original condition and retains old lacquer finish albeit with wear and oxidation to extremities/edges. The glass has a couple of light surface scratches. The case is in very good condition with the only notable issue being a break across the corner of the rectangular ivory name plate fitted to the front. Other faults are very much limited to very minor bumps and wear and oxidation to the brass fittings.Timepiece has a replacement typsy winding key but no case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 191
AN INTERESTING PROVINCIAL PARQUETRY DECORATED WALNUT SMALL THIRTY-HOUR LONGCASE CLOCKMAJOR SCHOFIELD, ROCHDALE, CIRCA 1750, THE CASE PROBABLY EARLIERThe four pillar two-handed countwheel bell striking movement with Huygens endless rope winding and anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 10.25 inch square brass dial with calendar aperture and dummy winding holes to the rococo scroll and floral spray engraved centre signed Major, Schofield, ROCH,DALE to centre, within applied Roman numeral with foliate scroll half hour markers and large Arabic five minutes beyond the arcaded minute ring incorporating text Tempus Fugit to upper margin, with scroll pierced blued steel hands and applied figural cast 'four seasons' spandrels to angles, in a case with generous ogee cornice and plain frieze over hinged glazed dial surround applied with Solomonic twist three-quarter columns to front angles, the sides with small rectangular windows and conforming quarter columns set against bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with slender rectangular door centred with a 'bullseye' lenticle set a moulded surround between two parquetry star motifs within line-edged crossbanded surround and half-round cross grain mouldings, the plinth base with stepped ogee top moulding over conforming parquetry star-centred decoration to front and moulded skirt.202cm (79.5ins) high, 49.5cm (19.5ins) wide, 27cm (10.27ins) deep. Major Schofield senior is recorded in Loomes, Brian Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, Volume 2 as born in 1707 and working in Manchester, Salford and Rochdale until his death in 1783, He was succeeded by his son of the same name. The case of the current lot is notable in that the form and design echoes that of London work of around 1680, in particular details such as Solomonic twist columns and rear bargeboards rising up into the cornice to the hood, convex throat mouldings and large parquetry motifs around a lenticle to the trunk (see Robinson, Tom THE LONGCASE CLOCK page 92). This would suggest that either the case is either a late 17th century 'provincial' model following slightly earlier London practice or, if was made at the same time as the movement and dial, was executed in an 'archaic' style. Condition Report: Movement is complete and in reasonably clean working order. The mechanism appears very original with no obvious replacements. The pinions show wear and all wheel above the greatwheels have been moved along the arbor slightly to ensure engagement with a unworn part of the next pinion in the train. This is a traditional sensitive repair to enable the clock be to used without having to replace pinions. The bell and stand appear to be replacements and there is some noticeable hammering around the lower lower right movement pillar to the backplate. The dial is in relatively clean condition and is complete with calendar mechanism. The right hand false winding square has been bent a little to endure correct alignment with its hole and one of the cartwheel spokes has an old rivet repair. The hour hand is a replacement and the spandrel securing screws have been renewed other wise faults are limited to light uneven oxidation.The case is constructed with elm carcass except for the trunk door which is pine. The backboard has a cut just above the top of the throat moulding and a separate section (in elm) also fitted via a lap joint to the inside surface continuing up to dress the rear of the hood. Although this appears to be a later repair the colour of the timber (where visible) as well as the way in which the top of the principal part of the backboard is dressed would indicate that it was done a very long time ago. The seatboard appears equally ancient/original to the movement and is secured to uprights (also in elm) which are applied to the inside of the side of the trunk which terminate at throat level. This detail is very similar in its execution as to the panel applied to the backboard suggesting that they were done at the same time. The back panel and seatboard have an old wash of black paint. The hood is in fine original condition with faults essentially limited to shrinkage cracking and small losses to the sides around the glazed apertures following the lines of the joints within the carcass beneath. The inside rear edges of the hood also have a black wash, the rear edges (behind the bargeboards) have been rubbed back suggesting that the may have been fitted with tongues for rising in grooves cut into the upper part of the original backboard.The trunk is generally in fine condition although the backboard has historic worm damage, losses and splitting towards the lower edge requiring a bracing panel to be fitted over the back pf the plinth. Otherwise the structure of the plinth appears all original and in sound condition with the exception of the skirting which is a fairly recent replacement. There is no evidence to suggest the clock was ever fitted with bun feet. The veneers and mouldings are generally in fine original condition. The left hand side of the trunk has an oval patch insert which was required to fill a scoop cut into the inside surface of the carcass to allow for the pendulum swing. The right-hand side has a similar scoop which is not deep enough to affect the veneers on the exterior. The centre of these scoops is each approximately 7cm below the centre of the lenticle. Otherwise faults are limited to historic small losses to the veneers, relatively light age-related shrinkage and other blemishes. The trunk door retains its original lock and hinges.Clock has a lead weight, pendulum (rod snapped at the junction with the rod block) and a case key.Useful dimensions;Hood - depth between inside edge of frame around dial and the backboard - 15.5cmHood - height between bottom edge of front glass and the upper edge of the seatboard - 6cmHood - dimensions of front glass - 25cm wide, 26cm highHood - height of lower edge of the side glasses from the upper surface of the chin - 13cmHood and Trunk - distance between lower edge of the hood front glass to the centre of the lenticle - 74cm Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 96
A FRENCH LACQUERED BRASS OVAL CARRIAGE CLOCKUNSIGNED, LATE 19th CENTURYThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement regulated by sprung split bimetallic balance and the backplate stamped with serial number 1669 to lower left hand corner, the rectangular white enamel Roman numeral dial with blued steel moon hands, the oval bevel-glazed case with scroll-shaped hinged carrying handle to the stepped ogee moulded top over cavetto moulded cornice and D-section decorated uprights, the rear with pin-hinged gazed door, on ogee moulded skirt base; with original tooled Morocco leather covered travelling case.The clock 13.5cm (5.25ins) high with handle down, 11.5cm (4.5ins) wide, 9.5cm (3.75iins) deep. Condition Report: Movement appears complete and original with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. Movement is relatively clean and is fully operational. The dial appears free from visible damage. The case is generally in very good condition; the left-hand side glass has some very slight internal edge chipping to the rear corner and a small chip to front upper corner - both only visible on close examination; glasses otherwise appear free from visible condition. The travelling case is in sound condition but with overall edge wear and blemishes to the surfaces. The optional slide-in front panel is lacking and the right hand upright bordering the dial is a little distorted with re-colouring to the leather at this point; strap handle is present and intact but with overall wear. Lining has some edge wear and light fading otherwise is generally in sound condition.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 192
Y A GEORGE I/II GILT BRASS MOUNTED EBONY TABLE/BRACKET CLOCK WITH PULL-QUARTER REPEAT ON SIX BELLSLODINGTON, LONDON, CIRCA 1730The five pillar twin fusee bell striking movement with pull-quarter repeat on a graduated nest of six bells and later anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum, the backplate engraved with Ho-Ho bird inhabited symmetrical foliate scrolls around a central twin-headed eagle, grotesque masks and a basket of fruit, the 7 inch brass break-arch dial applied with oval silvered brass signature plate engraved Lodington, London beneath later shaped plate inscribed TEMPUS FUGIT to the matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with fleur-de-lys half hour markers and Arabic five minutes beyond the outer minute track, with scroll-pierced steel hands and Indian mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles beneath subsidiary calendar dial flanked by conforming mounts to arch, the inverted bell top case with generous hinged brass carrying handle and gilt brass fillet detail to the superstructure over double cavetto top mouldings and opening front inset with brass fillet mouldings to the glazed dial aperture and to the scroll pierced upper quadrant frets, the sides with brass fillet-edged break-arch windows and the rear with rectangular door set within the frame of the case also with brass fillet mouldings to the glazed break-arch aperture and conforming upper quadrant panels, on cavetto moulded skirt base with moulded squab feet.42cm (16.5ins) high with handle down, 26.5cm (10.5ins) wide, 16.5cm (6.5ins) deep. Isaac Loddington is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in London 1720-34. The engraving to the backplate of the present timepiece can be compared to decoration discussed in Dzik, Sunny ENGRAVING ON ENGLISH TABLE CLOCKS, Art on a Canvas of Brass pages 262-71. This style of engraving has roots in French Huguenot immigrant work and of particular note is the inclusion of a 'Green Man' grotesque mask and a double-headed eagle, which may suggest that the clock may have been intended for a client based in central/eastern Europe. The design of the repeat work can be broadly compared to on a table clock by Richard Street described in Dzik, Sunny BENEATH THE DIAL, English Pull-Repeat Striking 1675-1725 pages 417-19. The main differences between the two are that the present clock utilises an internal hour rack planted on the inside of the backplate (rather than on the frontplate) and employs a standard design of quarter rack hook (rather than the unique design incorporating blocking piece to check the strike train whilst the quarters are running). Condition Report: The movement is in full working condition however is a little dusty with light oxidation to the brass hence a gentle clean/service is advised. As catalogued the escapement has been converted from verge regulated by short bob pendulum to anchor regulated by lenticular bob pendulum, hence the third and escape wheels of the going train are replacements of differing design to the original. The backplate has filled holes from the verge potances and the upper edge has an enlarged slot to the allow for the repositioned pallet arbor; the backcock is also a replacement. The strike train and quarter repeat mechanism appear all-original and are in fine condition; the pulley for the repeat mechanism is probably a replacement. The dial now has a plate applied over the false bob aperture fixed via two small feet pinned at the rear. The dial is otherwise in fine original condition with fine quality spandrel castings; the surfaces are generally a little dirty/tarnished and the minute hand is a replacement. The movement is retained in the case bey two later steel securing brackets; the movement and dial were originally secured via a bolt through the base of the case threaded into the movement base pillar (bolt no longer present). The case is in fine condition with faults limited to a small chip to the lower left-hand corner of the left side glass, minor shrinkage a few light age-related bumps and scuffs. Clock has two case keys but no winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 140
A REGENCY BRASS MOUNTED MAHOGANY BRACKET CLOCKTUPLING, LONDON, CIRCA 1820The five pillar twin fusee bell striking movement with shouldered plates and anchor escapement regulated by half-seconds heavy lenticular bob pendulum, the backplate signed Tupling, London above the pendulum holdfast clamp, the circular convex cream painted Roman numeral dial also signed Tupling, LONDON to centre and with repeating loop pierced steel spade hands set behind a hinged convex glazed cast brass bezel, the break-arch case with hinged carrying handle over moulded cornice, the front with raised brass strung lozenge decoration within conforming line-edged panel flanked by further vertical stringing to the angles, the sides with rectangular brass fish scale sound frets and the rear with break-arch glazed door set within the frame of the case, on cavetto moulded skirt base with raised brass string to the fascia over generous ball feet.45cm (17.75ins) high, 28cm (11ins) wide, 16cm (6.25ins) deep. A B. Tupling is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in London circa 1820. Condition Report: Movement is in clean fully working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or notable replacements although the pendulum holdfast screw appears to be of recent manufacture. The dial finish has been carefully refreshed hence presents well having a nice slightly mellowed colouring to the cream ground as well as some light surface wear in places. The case is generally in fine original condition. The right hand corner of the brass stringing beneath the dial has sprung but should be simple to re-fix into position. The skirt to the left hand side is still attached but the glue is dry and and joint feels weak so it may benefit from being prised-off and re-glued. The inset brass escutcheon panel around the bezel keyhole to the left hand side of the case has probably been enlarged to address veneer wear at some point. There is also a veneer crack beneath the edge of the bezel at VII Otherwise case is in fine original condition with faults limited to minor bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and movement commensurate with age and use.Clock is complete with pendulum, winder and a case key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 133
Y A BIEDERMEIER VIENNA MAHOGANY 'DACHLUHR' WALL TIMEPIECE OF ONE MONTH DURATION,UNSIGNED, VIENNA, CIRCA 1840 The four pillar single-weight driven movement with five-wheel train and deadbeat escapement incorporating fine-beat adjustment to crutch regulated by long 'gridiron' rod pendulum with large diameter brass-faced lenticular bob, the 7.5 inch circular frosted glass Roman numeral dial with blued steel moon hands within fine engine-milled brass bezel, the movement and dial fitted to the case via seatboard sliding into a pair of brackets applied to the ivory-line bordered flame veneered backboard, the exterior with triangular pediment incorporating giltwood egg-and-dart insert to tympanum over ivory line-edged canted cornice and full-height rectangular glazed front door applied with giltwood Ionic capitals and bases to the slender ivory edged uprights, the sides with narrow glazed apertures, the base with canted chin moulding over inverted ivory-line panel inlaid and edged cavetto-shaped base terminating with a conforming demi-lune pendant. 127cm (50ins) high, 37cm (14.5ins) wide, 15cm (6ins) deep.Please note Dreweatts have an ivory exemption license for this lot 2U2SH62R Condition Report: The movement is in fine original working condition with no visible evidence of any alteration or noticeable replacements. Although essentially in working order the mechanism is a little oxidised and over lubricated hence a gentle clean/service is advised. The dial is in very good condition - the numerals and minute track are very well drawn but may have been re-done at some point. The tone fades a little and there is a slight smudge to the IIII numeral. The frosted glass panel has a small very feint shadow at the apex above XII suggesting the rear of the plate has a shallow edge chip to the rear at this point. The seatboard appears original and the brackets applied tom the backboard appear undisturbed. The case is generally in very good condition with notable faults limited to noticeable filling following historic veneer shrinkage cracks to the inside surface of the backboard and to the lower surface beneath the pendulum bob. The gilding has some retouching where it has flaked in the past and the ivory stringing has some replacements that appear to be made from a substitute material, however there are no apparent losses. Other faults are very much limited to minor shrinkage a few light age-related blemishes.Timepiece is complete with pendulum in fine good condition (with no apparent dents to the surface of the bob), weight (also dent free) and a crank winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 154
A REGENCY MAHOGANY FUSEE DROP-DIAL WALL TIMPIECEKALTENBACH, BATH, CIRCA 1810The four knopped pillar single fusee movement with tapered ogee-shouldered bottle-shaped plates and anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum with an effective length of 12.5 inches, the 12 inch cream painted circular convex Roman numeral dial signed KALTENBACH, BATH to centre and with steel spade hands set behind hinged convex-glazed moulded cast brass bezel, with conforming crisply-turned dial surround secured via pegs to the rear box case incorporating rare 'pencil case' upwards sliding access panels to sides, the lower section visible beneath the dial with shaped ears over curved base incorporating cock-beaded pendulum access flap.53.5cm (19.75ins) high, 38cm (15cm) wide, 19cm (7.5cm) deep. A maker with the surname Kaltenbach is noted in Moore, A.J. THE CLOCKMAKERS OF BRISTOL 1650-1900 as recorded in the Bath Journal, 31st March, 1794 as 'a German maker of musical clocks' temporarily located in a shop on Broad Street. Condition Report: The movement is in clean working condition and appears all original except for the arbors of the third and escape wheels which appear to be historic service replacements. The dial retains original old surface which is in good condition with some very light historic crazing and a tiny amount of re-touching around the winding square. The black script has been re-touched almost certainly to faithfully restore the original worn text/numerals. The case is in fine original condition; the bezel has a replaced securing tab otherwise is in good original condition although the glass is set in reasonably recent plaster. The rear case is in very good original condition with faults limited to small chips to the edges of the sliding side panels and some minor are related bumps, scuffs and veneer cracks. The access flap at the base has some scooping out to the internal surface to allow some extra clearance of the pendulum; this appears to be an original feature. The dial securing pegs are most likely well-made replacements.Generally a very original example in ready to use condition. Timepiece is complete with pendulum, winder and a case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 48
A RARE GEORGE III GOLD PAIR-CASED POCKET WATCH WITH CYLINDER ESCAPEMENT AND CENTRE SECONDS EDMUND PRIDEAUX, LONDON, 1774The gilt full plate single fusee movement with four square section baluster pillars pinned through the backplate, scroll-pierced stop-iron block, stop/start lever near nine o'clock and cylinder escapement regulated by sprung three-arm steel balance with Tompion type regulation, the backplate with fine asymmetric foliate scroll pierced and engraved balance cock with faceted diamond endstone, canted zig-zag bordered rim and Ho-Ho bird at the junction with wedge-shaped matted-ground relief engraved foot, flanked by silvered regulation disc set within adjacent conforming applied scroll engraved panel infill opposing signature Edm'd Prideaux, London and numbered No. 8236, with gilt brass dust cover similarly signed Edm'd Prideaux, London along with the serial number, the slightly convex white enamel Roman numeral dial with Arabic five minutes to outer track and sculpted gold beetle-and-poker minute and hour hands and a fine steel centre seconds hand, the gold inner case applied with suspension post and bow at twelve o'clock and engraved with G/S for the stop/start lever near nine o'clock (lacking glass), the outer case with fine moulded rim and bezel surround, both cases marked for London 1774 maker IP.The pillar plate 3.5cm (1.375ins approx.) diameter; the inner case 4.1cm (1.625ins) diameter; the outer case 5cm (2ins) diameter. Edmund Prideaux is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as a maker of 'fine cylinder watches' working in London 1743-90. The cylinder escapement was developed in around 1695 by Thomas Tompion and further refined by George Graham in 1726. This new escapement was perhaps the first developed exclusively for watch work and, as well as being a better rate keeper, the cylinder escapement also allowed movements to be made more compact (due to the escapement operating in one plane only). However, being a form of frictional rest escapement, the cylinder escapement was prone to relatively heavy rates of wear hence was less reliable than the verge (until hardened steel escape wheels and ruby cylinders were developed later in the 18th century). Condition Report: The movement is in fine clean condition with no visible scuffing/marking to the original frosted git finish. The escape wheel appears to possibly be a 'service' replacement otherwise train appears all original. The train is currently fully wound but motive power is not being transmitted fully down the train to the escape wheel suggesting that the train is jammed towards the fusee end - possibly by the start/stop lever. When motive force is very gently applied to the wheel driving the escape wheel the escapement will beat. The dust cover is in fine condition with only minor rust spotting to the slide catch. The dial appears free from any visible damage or evidence of restoration; the ands also appear original and undamaged. The inner case has some very slight shallow denting and is missing its glass otherwise is in very good original condition. The outer case has overall slight denting to rear with some light hammer and other marks to interior suggesting other denting may have been worked/lessened. Both cases retain good clear hall marks.Gross weight 124 grams; there is no winding key present. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 167
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY FUSEE DIAL WALL TIMEPIECE WITH SUBSIDIARY SECONDS AND CALENDAR DIALS ROBERT BEST, LONDON, CIRCA 1800The four pillar single fusee movement with anchor escapement regulated by half seconds pendulum, the 14 inch single-sheet silvered brass Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds over calendar dial and signed Robert, Best, LONDON to centre, with fine pierced blued steel hands and Arabic five minutes beyond the outer minute track, set behind a heavy hinged glazed cavetto moulded cast brass bezel, applied to a stepped ogee moulded surround secured with pegs to the rear box case incorporating door to right-hand side and with pendulum access flap to the curved underside.46cm (18ins) diameter, 16cm (6.25ins) deep. Provenance: The Late William Keith Neal, Antique firearms collector, formerly of Bishopstrow House, Warminster, Wiltshire. Robert Best is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as gaining his Freedom of the Clockmakers' Company in 1783. He was declared bankrupt in 1796 however continued to work until circa 1828 when he was recorded as being in Knightrider Street. Condition Report: Movement is complete and in reasonably clean working condition however the pendulum is missing its suspension spring hence will require a replacement fitting before the timepiece can be put to use. There are fairly heavy oil deposits around the spring barrel pivots hence mechanism would benefit from a gentle clean. The escape wheel and pallets are most likely later 19th century replacements otherwise the movement appears all-original. The calendar dial utilises three intermediate wheels to allow clearance of the winding square; the last of these wheels is fitted with a pin to advance the calendar ratchet wheel. The dial has light overall patchy oxidation/discolouration otherwise is in very good original with original hands.The brass bezel is in good original condition although the glass has been reset with plaster of Paris. The wooden surround is cracked near the hinge and has a repaired crack at VII. The right-hand edge of the brass bezel was probably originally fitted with a lock nut is now fitted with a tab cut to take a pivoted latch behind the wooden surround (latch now lacking). A rectangular depression cut into wooden surround to allow clearance for the earlier lock. The rear right hand securing baton is a little loose and there is a slip of adjacent timber missing (to dress the rear of the dial). The box case has an inset section/repair in front of the side door and an old curved brass reinforcement strap applied to the lower leading edge to repair breaks in the section in front of the pendulum access flap; the flap itself has some edge chips/losses. The back panel is in good condition. Timepiece has a pendulum (lacking suspension spring) but no winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 163
A FINE AND RARE CHARLES I BRASS 'FIRST PERIOD' LANTERN CLOCK OF LARGER PROPORTIONS ATTRIBUTED TO THE WORKSHOP OF WILLIAM BOWYER, THE DIAL SIGNED FOR CLAUDIUS MALBRANCK, LONDON, CIRCA 1630The trains now with endless-rope winding on chains and anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the strike train sounding the hours on a bell mounted above the frame via an iron countwheel with overlift provided by a hoop wheel cut with a single slot, the dial finely engraved with stylised hatched foliate scrollwork laid out in a quartered design to centre, within applied 6.375 inch narrow silvered Roman numeral chapter ring incorporating slender cruciform half hour markers, with fine substantial sculpted steel hand and foliate engraved infill matching that of the centre occupying the quadrants with the lower flanking signature Claudius Malbranck engraved to the bottom margin, the frame with finely turned generous Doric column corner posts beneath distinctive shouldered vase 'cup and cover' finials with cavetto waists, the front and sides applied with symmetrical scroll pierced cast brass armorial frets with the front incorporating foliate engraved detail including grotesque dolphin masks, beneath domed bell bearer capped with a conforming slightly larger vase finial, with brass side doors and the rear with iron backplate, on turned tapered 'acorn' feet.40cm (15.75ins) high, 15cm (6ins) wide, 18.5cm (7.25ins) deep. Literature:Illustrated and described in Bruce, W.F. EARLY ENGLISH LANTERN CLOCKS 1600-1700, Lewes 2013, pages 16-17 with a detail of the dial on page 6. Claudius Malbranck is noted in Loomes, Brian Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as most probably the original owner of the present clock with the surname Malbranck (sometimes Malbranq) being that of French Huguenot (Walloon) family who lived in London at least 1628-35. Bill Bruce and John Hooper in EARLY ENGLISH LANTERN CLOCKS 1600-1700 also note that Malbranck was most likely the original owner and, suggest that the current clock was almost certainly made by William Bowyer. Perhaps the most obvious single piece of evidence to support attribution to Bowyer is the design of the frets used. Although they appear to be outwardly similar to those used on other, smaller, clocks they are almost unique with the only other known example to have matching castings being a clock made by Bowyer for the Brewers' Company clock of 1632 which was sold at Bonhams, London, sale of FINE CLOCKS 16th December 2020 (lot 77) for £56,500. In addition to the frets used, the dial engraving of the Brewers' clock also exhibits notable similarities with that of the current lot with foliate designs executed in quartered segments. Another clock by Bowyer, this time made for the Earl of Rothes, (see White, George English Lantern Clocks page 44, Figure II/5) also has very closely related engraving by the same hand. George White likens this rare style of engraving to that seen on contemporary silverwork and provides an image of a lid of a silver casket attributed to Jan Gerritsz in support of this observation (page 68, Figure II/58). Incidentally the Earl of Rothes clock was also sold by Bonhams, London, in their sale of FINE CLOCKS 11th December 2019 (lot 68) for £43,812.50.In addition to the frets and dial engraving the movement has many features typical of Bowyer's work, most notably the 'hump' cast into the rear movement bar left hand arm to allow for the locking detent arbor pivots, finely executed wheelwork with tapered arbors, decorative blade hammer spring opposing a very substantial stop and iron countwheel. The frame utilises the same casting as the Earl of Rothes clock and is very finely finished with precise turnings and canted filed edges to the bell support straps. William Bowyer is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as the son of Ralph Bowyer (yeoman of Warfield Berkshire) who is believed to have been married to Alice Mansworth in 1590. William was probably born around this time and by 1616 was a member of the Pewterers' Company when he took-in Thomas Taylor (son of Ralph Taylor, a milliner from Halesowen, Shropshire) as an apprentice. Bowyer took-in no less than five further apprentices prior to the formation of the Clockmakers' Company in 1631, including John Pennock (son of William Pennock of Guisborough, Yorkshire) in 1620. Although he subscribed £5 towards its charter and was made free of the City in 1630, William Bowyer did not apparently join the Worshipful Company on its establishment the following year.Bowyer is thought to have been first married to Margery Barlow of Litchfield, Staffordshire, however, by 1631 he was married to Prudence with whom he had five children (three of which sadly died in infancy). By 1638 Bowyer was living in the parish of St. Andrew Undershaft, he took-in Joseph Jackson (through Thomas Dawson) as apprentice that year and during the following decade took-on at least four more, this time through the Clockmakers' Company. One of these apprentices was Nathanial Allen (probably around 1641/2); Allen subsequently married a Phillipa Bowyer in 1646 hence became related to William through marriage.In 1640 William Bowyer was invited to become an Assistant of the Clockmakers' Company, however it appears that he was reluctant to serve the Company as in July 1642 he gave 'a great chamber clock' in return for excusal from any further duties. Nevertheless he became an Assistant in 1651 and a Warden in 1653 the year of his death. The present clock is particularly notable in that it has survived in fine, original untouched condition. At some point the original verge escapement and balance has been substituted for anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum and the winding converted to Huygens's design with an endless chain. Most importantly the latter has not resulted in the strike train being reversed, this has been achieved by adding a very discreet small intermediate wheel to the going train front movement bar, between the pinion of report and the hour wheel. Otherwise the clock is very much the same as when it would have left the Leadenhall Street workshop of William Bowyer but with light wear and the build-up of patination resulting in very pleasing mellow colouring that can only come with age. Condition Report: Please contact Dreweatts clock department direct for condition report. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 8
A FINE GEORGE III ENGRAVED PATINATED BRASS GARDEN SUNDIALJ. SAUNDERS, LONDON, CIRCA 1775The 15 inch circular plate fitted with angled brass gnomon set at 51 degrees over fine engraved sixteen-point central compass rose, within concentric ribbon banner engraved with two bands providing noon for sixteen global locations including Mexico, Barbados, New York, Ispahan and Pekin in China, the outer IIII-XII-VIII Roman numeral hour scale divided into eights, quarters and halves to inner track and minutes annotated for every ten to outer track, with cruciform beneath fleur-de-lys half hour markers and engraved signature J. Saunders LONDINI FECIT above twelve o'clock, the space between IIII and VIII engraved with an elaborate family crest incorporating shield inhabited by three Talbot dog heads surmounted by a close helmet and another talbot within fine scrolling foliate.The plate 38cm (15ins) diameter, 22.5cm (9ins) approx. high to tip of gnomon. A James Saunders is recorded in Clifton, Gloria Directory of British Scientific Instrument Makers 1550-1851 as a mathematical instrument maker working from Haberdashers Square in Grub Street, London, 1765-93. A cursory online search has suggested that the crest engraved on the present dial may relate to a French branch of the Talbot family. Condition Report: Dial is generally in good original condition with overall light historic pitting to the surface commensurate with age. All engraving is still legible; the plate has been cleaned at some point hence the current colouring is generally lighter in tone and uneven. The circumference has five areas of very slight deformation commensurate with the edge being knocked against a flat surface causing a flat section of approximately 5cm in length within the circumference at these points. The maximum deformation is under 2mm out of true from the original curvature. One of these knocks has also resulted in a small edge crack (at VII to the left hand side). The gnomon has not been cleaned/polished so retains old deep brown patination. The gnomon has integral lugs enable strong anchorage and the plate is drilled with two holes for mounting onto a flat surface.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 68
AN EDWARDIAN 'EMPIRE' TERRESTRIAL GLOBE TIMEPIECEUNSIGNED, CIRCA 1906The 5.5 inch sphere applied with twelve coloured printed gores annotated with warm and cold currents to oceans, countries, major cities, rivers and other topographical features to land masses, the equator divided for degrees around the Greenwich Meridian and annotated with Roman hour numerals against a scale divided into four-minute increments, the North Pacific applied with oval label inscribed THE EMPIRE CLOCK, PATENT 19460 and with key for sub-oceanic cable routes, the sphere mounted on its axis within a curved cradle geared to the timepiece movement in the base to allow rotation of the globe against a fixed engraved brass Roman numeral twenty-four hour chapter ring positioned around the equator, with adjustable hour pointer issuing form the top pivot and sphere representing the position of the sun set on a curved arm fixed the lower, with tapered fluted upright over cylindrical plinth containing French circular eight-day single train timepiece movement with inverted platform cylinder escapement regulated by sprung monometallic balance applied to the backplate, the underside with apertures for winding, regulation and time adjustment, and stamped MADE IN FRANCE over serial number 562.30.5cm (12ins) high, 18.5cm (7.75ins) wide including the moon. The design of the present lot was produced for retail by Smith and Sons, London from around 1906. The globe can be set to allow world time to be read against the twenty-four hour chapter ring around the equator via the adjustable hour hand. The sphere representing the moon is set on a threaded rod to allow it to be adjusted up or down depending on its relative altitude for any given date between the solstices. Condition Report: Movement is in working condition and is complete and all original however a clean/service will be required. The globe is in sound original unrestored condition with overall moderate browning to a caramel colour. The axis is a little off-centre with regards to the hour ring causing the globe to rub on the ring leaving marks/light scuffing to the varnish. Otherwise faults to the globe are limited to minor historic varnish flakes, some unevenness in the finish, minor opening between the gores and other light age-related blemishes. The brasswork is generally in original unrestored condition with overall oxidation to the finish. The solar sphere is seized on its thread.Timepiece does not come with a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 107
A FINE VICTORIAN GILT BRASS GIANT CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH PUSH-BUTTON REPEATCARTER, LONDON, CIRCA 1860The eight-day five columnar pillar twin chain fusee train bell striking movement with Harrison's maintaining power and frosted gilt platform underslung lever escapement regulated by sprung split bimetallic balance with jewelled pivots to the going train, the backplate with central aperture revealing the balance regulation scale to upper margin over winding and hand-setting squares and engraved signature Carter, 61 Cornhill, LONDON to centre, the dial with fine foliate scroll pierced and engraved fretwork overlaid centre within 3.125 inch Roman numeral enamel chapter ring, with blued steel moon hands and set within conforming scroll pierced fret overlaid rectangular gilt mask incorporating shield cartouche signed CARTER, 61 CORNHILL beneath the chapter ring and framed by a canted bezel surround, the heavy thickly bevel-glazed frosted gilt brass case with hinged scroll-shaped handle over rectangular top glass, inverted ogee cornice, and rounded uprights to angles, the right hand side glass with push-repeat button and the rear with lift-out panel secured via a slide-latch and with shuttered winding and hand setting square holes, on cavetto moulded skirt base with rounded angles.21.5cm (8.5ins) high with handle down, 15cm (6ins) wide, 12.5cm (5ins) deep. John Carter is recorded in Betts, Jonathan MARINE CHRONOMETERS AT GREENWICH as born in 1803 and apprenticed to Boys Err Burrill gaining his Freedom of the Clockmakers' Company in 1829. He is listed in directories as working from Tooley Street, London as a watch and chronometer maker with additional premises at 61 Cornhill from 1840. He submitted many chronometers for the trials at Greenwich coming first in 1834 with chronometer number 144, and again the following year with watch number 160. He also became involved with the City of London becoming an Alderman in 1851 and serving as Lord Mayor in 1859. He also served three times as Master of the Clockmakers' Company in 1856, 59 and 64. In 1873 John Carter took his son, John William, into partnership who then continued the business after John Carter's death in May 1878. Condition Report: Movement appears all original and is in fine clean fully working condition. The dial has an extremely feint hairline crack to the enamel adjacent to the XI numeral (can only be seen on very close examination with light reflecting form the surface) otherwise dial is fine condition with exquisite engraved blind fretwork. The case is in fine condition with good strong even frosted gilding showing next to no wear or discolouration. There are a few very slight surface pin-pricks (probably very slight casting defects) to the front right hand upright, and the rear has a few spots of grime which most likely could be wiped-off with a soft cloth moistened with detergent. The right hand glass panel has a tiny shallow corner chip to the upper left hand corner (can only be detected on very close examination). Otherwise faults are very much limited to a couple of tiny/barely noticeable edge bumps.Clock is basically in near 'retail' condition and is complete with a bespoke winding key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 141
A REGENCY MAHOGANY FUSEE DIAL WALL TIMEPIECETHE DIAL SIGNED FOR DWERRIHOUSE AND COMPANY, LONDON, CIRCA 1820The four columnar pillar single fusee movement with arched plates and anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum, the 12 inch convex cream painted Roman numeral dial inscribed Dwerrihouse & Co., LONDON to centre, with steel spade hands set behind hinged convex-glazed moulded cast brass bezel, with conforming narrow turned wood dial surround secured with pegs to the rear box case incorporating door to right hand side over pendulum access flap to the curved underside, (dial finish refreshed).34.5cm (13.5ins) diameter, 16.5cm (6.5ins) deep. John Dwerrihouse was a noted maker who is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as gaining his Freedom of the Clockmakers' Company in 1781 and working from Charles Street, London until 1805. The business was continued by his successors forming the partnerships 'Dwerrihouse and Carter' (1802-23); 'Dwerrihouse, Carter and Son' (1805-15); 'Dwerrihouse, Carter and Company' (1825); 'Dwerrihouse and Ogston' (1836) and 'Dwerrihouse Ogston and Bell' (circa 1840).Please note that the condition report for this lot was amended on 21/02/2024. Bidders may need to make themselves aware of these updates. Condition Report: Please note amendments to the below report were added on 21/02/2024; these additional comments are in block capitals. Movement is complete and appears all-original. Although it is in running condition a precautionary clean/service is advised THE SPRING BARREL WALL IS PROBABLY A REPLACEMENT DUE TO THE ORIGINAL POSIBLY CRACKING DUE TO STRESS. Movement is of eight-day duration. The dial finish has been restored hence we can offer no assurances that the name on the dial is actually the original maker however we are of the view that it most likely replicates the original text. The hands are nicely made and are probably original but re-blued. The bezel is in sound original condition although the attachment to the hinge is a little loose due to the solder failing bur remains attached with two pins. REGRETTABLY THE FRONT GLASS NOW IS CRACKED DUE TO PRESSING AGAINST ONE OF THE SCREWS THAT SECURE THE DIAL PANEL TO THE WOODEN SURROUND BECOMING LOOSE. The wooden surround is in good condition with no cracks or losses; the bezel lock is present but is not currently latching the bezel tab due to misalignment of the tab (bezel stays shut by friction). The box case is in sound original condition however the veneer to the curved underside has splits and losses. The flap is lacking cockbeading to the edges and the lock has been replaced by a brass turn-latch. The right-hand side door is lacking the veneer overlap to the upper edge and has a couple of small veneer chips to the upper left hand corner faults to the sides, top and rear are otherwise limited to a few age-related bumps and scuffs and light shrinkage.Timepiece has a pendulum and a winder but no case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 182
A GEORGE I EBONISED TABLE/BRACKET CLOCK OF SMALLER PROPORTIONS WITH PULL-QUARTER REPEAT ON SIX BELLSPETER BACOT, LONDON, CIRCA 1720The five pillar twin fusee bell striking movement with pull-quarter repeat on a graduated nest of six bells and verge escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum incorporating pivoted rise/fall regulation to suspension, the backplate engraved with symmetrical foliate scrolls around a central reserve enclosing a winged cherub mask, the 6 inch brass break-arch dial with calendar and false-bob apertures to the matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with diamond lozenge half hour markers and Arabic five minutes beyond the outer minute track, with scroll-pierced steel hands and Indian mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles beneath subsidiary rosette-centre engraved regulation dial flanked by conforming mounts to arch, the inverted bell top case with scroll cast gilt brass hinged brass carrying handle to the superstructure over double cavetto top mouldings and opening front inset with glazed dial aperture and to the scroll pierced upper quadrant frets, the sides shaped scroll-pierced sound frets over break-arch windows, and the rear with rectangular door set within the frame of the case with conforming upper quadrant panels, on cavetto moulded skirt base with moulded squab feet; now with a later ebonised wall bracket of moulded profile mirroring the case superstructure. The clock 38.5cm (15.25ins) high with handle down, 23cm (9ins approx.) wide, 16.5cm (6.5ins) deep; the clock on wall bracket 50cm (19.75ins) high with handle down. Peter Bacot is recorded in Looms, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as working in London around 1700; a Pierre Bacot and his with Susanne had a child (also called Pierre) baptised at the French Huguenot church in Westminster. Bacot worked in the Parish of St. Giles in the Fields, Westminster and took-in several apprentices (mostly also of French Huguenot heritage) up until 1757. The engraving to the backplate of the present timepiece can be compared to decoration discussed in Dzik, Sunny ENGRAVING ON ENGLISH TABLE CLOCKS, Art on a Canvas of Brass pages 262-71; with perhaps the strongest similarities being with a backplate for a clock signed by Robert Player illustrated on page 264 (Figure 15.4); this style of engraving has roots in French Huguenot immigrant work. The design of the repeat work can also be broadly compared to mechanisms employed in table clocks by John Wady and Richard Peckover described in Dzik, Sunny BENEATH THE DIAL, English Pull-Repeat Striking 1675-1725 pages 440-41 and 455-56 respectively. Condition Report: The movement is in sound, relatively clean condition and will run, strike and repeat however a gentle clean/service is advised to ensure ongoing reliable operation. The quarter-repeat is currently out-of-sync with the quarters hence requires adjustment (hour strike train operates correctly). The movement is in its original form however it is most likely that the present verge escapement is a very well executed restoration as filled pivot holes in both the frontplate and towards the lower margin of the backcock (original) would suggest that the movement once had an anchor escapement fitted. The movement otherwise exhibits no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The dial presents in good clean condition with some slight spots of oxidation however the spandrel and arch mounts would appear to be replacements (of correct pattern); the minute hand is also probably a replacement. The case is in very good condition having received cosmetic restoration in the relatively recent past. Faults are limited to minor bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and wear commensurate with light use; the left-hand side has some more noticeable slight shrinkage cracking and a historic crack to the front skirt moulding can be seen on closer examination. The left-hand side upper fret panel has a small veneer chip to the upper right-hand margin. The rear door glass has a crack to the apex of the arch. The interior of the case has had a coat of flat black paint applied. The blued steel movement securing brackets are replacements however there is no visible evidence to suggest that the movement and dial are not original to the case. The bracket is in good condition although the bottom moulding is a little loose and there is some shrinkage cracking towards the rear of the table.Clock is complete with pendulum, winder and a case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 181
A GEORGE III EBONISED TABLE/BRACKET CLOCK WITH TRIP-HOUR REPEATINDISTINCTLY SIGNED FOR WALEY, LONDON, CIRCA 1800The five pillar twin fusee bell striking movement with verge escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum incorporating pivoted rise/fall regulation to suspension, the backplate engraved with a stylised basket of flowers within symmetrical rococo scrollwork and fitted with a pendulum holdfast to centre, the 7 inch brass break-arch dial applied with a cream painted Roman numeral hour disc, with pierced blued steel hands and fine foliate scroll engraved applied spandrels panels to angles beneath arch with recessed shaped cream plate indistinctly inscribed WALEY, LONDON over a pair of subsidiary dials for regulation and STRIKE/SILENT selection within conforming foliate engraved infill, the break-arch case with hinged brass carrying handle above double cavetto top mouldings and hinged front incorporating brass fillet mouldings to the glazed dial aperture and vertical beading to front angles, the sides with rectangular glazed windows backed with brass fish-scale frets and the rear matching the front, on cavetto moulded skirt base.39.5cm (15.25ins) high with handle down, 27cm (10.5ins) wide, 18cm (7ins) deep. Although heavily faded the signature within the arch of the dial can be made out for WALEY, LONDON. A John Waley is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as apprenticed in 1791. Condition Report: Movement is in fully working condition and appears all-original with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The mechanism is a little dirty/discoloured hence a precautionary gentle clean/service is advised. The painted arears to the dial retain old/original surface however the annotations and text (in black) are heavily rubbed/worn with those in the arch being almost entirely erased. The signature can just be made-out on very close examination under reflected light. The brass elements to the dial are in good original condition with old lacquer finish; the hands are undamaged. The case is in sound original unrestored condition. The top has a fairly heavy front-to-back shrinkage crack above 11 o'clock as well as some very slight additional light veneer shrinkage cracking to the top. The front door has two small veneer chips to overlap bordering the gilt fillet-bordered aperture to the left-hand side of the arch. The left-hand side has slight wear and cracking to the veneer overlap of the glazed aperture; the right hand side has slight cracking only. The rear is lacking the short length of top moulding that forms the right-hand shoulder beyond the arch. The doors retain their original locks and hinges. The base has a veneer crack to the left-hand skirt and the disc-turned feet are later additions. The surface/finish to the case is worn/rubbed/degraded otherwise faults are limited to minor bumps, scuffs and other age-related blemishes.Clock has pendulum, winder and a case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 31
Ɵ VEHMEYER, H.M. CLOCKS, THEIR ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT 1320-1880 Snoeck-Ducaju and Zoom, Gent, Belgium 2004, translated by Felix Swart assisted by Wim van Klaveren, two volume set each bound in gilt titled blue cloth with dust jackets and card slip case, (2). Condition Report: Both volumes are very good clean copies with only minor blemishes to the dust jackets - the worst being an line-scuff below the title of volume 1 (just visible in the image). The cloth bindings are clean and strong. The slipcase has some slight rubbing and light dust/grime marks form handling.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 89
A FRENCH LOUIS STYLE BRASS MOUNTED INLAID BURR WALNUT MINIATURE LONGCASE MANTEL CLOCK UNSIGNED, CIRCA 1900The circular eight-day two train countwheel bell striking movement with platform lever escapement regulated by sprung bimetallic balance, the backplate stamped with serial number 655, the 3 inch circular cream enamel dial with simulated segmented Roman cartouche numerals and generous Arabic five minutes beyond the outer minute track, with scroll-shaped steel hands set behind a hinged moulded cast-brass convex bevel-glazed bezel, the case with cast cockerel surmount to the concave-sided upstand applied to the drum housing the movement, the front with rocaille scroll cast mount enveloping the dial over concave fronted ogee-shaped support decorated with marquetry foliate trail to fascia flanked by acanthus angle mounts, the trunk of slightly bombe-waisted form with brass concave throat moulding over stylised rococo urn and floral scroll inlaid decoration within a scroll-cast applied border to front, flanked by conforming acanthus angle mounts, the burr-veneered sides with further mounts to back edges, the flush rear also burr-veneered and incorporating hinged glazed bezel behind the movement, the serpentine-shaped skirt base with brass ogee top moulding over floral cast swag mount to front flanked by leaf cast decoration to the projecting canted angles, on rococo scroll cast bracket feet.54cm (21.25ins) high, 17cm (6.75ins) wide, 11cm (4.25ins) deep. Condition Report: Movement is not presently running; the platform is a little loose and the mechanism is generally somewhat dirty/gummed-up hence will require a clean and overhaul and possible attention/renewal of the platform. The strike mechanism is working however the bell hammer is currently detached (but is present with the clock). The backplate has a small filled section just beneath the platform suggesting the the movement was originally designed to have a pendulum and then modified for a platform escapement - this was most likely done at the time the clock was made. The dial has very slight enamel chipping to the left hand winding hole and a small edge crack at six o'clock; both of these are only visible on closer examination (hence are not disfiguring). The case is generally in fine condition although the mounts have at some time been cleaned with metal polish hence much of the original gilding is either gone or in now very thin. The veneers are free from notable defects other than a few light historic bumps and scuffs; they are of fine quality and good mellow colour.Clock is complete with a winding key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 81
A FRENCH GILT BRASS CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH PUSH-BUTTON REPEAT AND ALARMGAY LAMAILLE AND COMPANY, PARIS, CIRCA 1890The eight-day two train gong striking movement with later frosted gilt platform lever escapement regulated by sprung monometallic balance, the backplate with alarm mechanism to upper left and stamped with oval panel inscribed PATENT SURETY ROLLER to centre over oval G L trademark and serial number 3847 to lower left-hand corner, the rectangular white enamel Roman numeral dial indistinctly inscribed T. GAU..T, MELBOURNE to centre, with blued steel moon hands over subsidiary alarm setting dial to lower margin, the gilt corniche case with hinged carrying handle over oval top glass, cavetto cornice and caddy-moulded corner uprights, the rear with pin-hinged door, on cavetto moulded skirt base with rounded angles; with a small brass carriage timepiece, Matthew Norman, recent, in a gilt tooled faux leather book-form presentation case with paperwork, (2).The principal clock 14.5ins (5.75ins) high with handle down, 9.5cm (3.75ins) wide, 8cm (3.25ins) deep. 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 2019 (pages 239-47). Wotruba 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 transported) was invented by Moritz Immisch for which he received a brevet in 1879. 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 1861 before 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. Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean fully working condition although the strike is currently an hour out-of-sync (sounds one hour behind). As catalogued the escapement platform is a replacement otherwise movement appears free from visible alteration or noticeable replacements. Dial has some light hairline cracks to the upper left-hand corner (only visible on close examination from oblique angle looking up into the corner behind the bevel of the glass) otherwise dial is in fine condition. Case has a small corner chip to the lower right-hand corner of the rear door glass otherwise case is in good original condition albeit with patchy discolouration/tarnishing to the gilding.Clock has a winding key.The Matthew Norman timepiece has overall discolouration/tarnishing to the case otherwise is in essentially unused but working condition. The original key is also present. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 111
A GEORGE V MAHOGANY CASED TWO-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETERTHOMAS MERCER, ST. ALBANS, RETAILED BY LILLEY AND SON, LONDON, CIRCA 1906The circular four pillar single chain fusee movement with Harrison's maintaining power, Earnshaw type spring detent escapement and split bimetallic balance with cylindrical compensating weights, helical balance spring and diamond endstone, the spotted backplate with spring set-up ratchet and blued-steel pillar and backcock securing screws, the reverse of the dial mounting plate stamped 7358, the 4 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds dial engraved with retailer's serial number 1660 beneath signature LILLEY & SON, 10. LONDON ST., LONDON. E.C. across the centre and DOWN/UP power reserve dial flanked by engraved red banners inscribed MAKERS TO THE, ADMIRALTY to upper section, with gold spade hands and secured by a screw-down bezel into a lacquered brass bowl with shuttered winding hole and engraved H.S.1 along with the M.O.D. arrow device to rear, mounted via gimbals into a brass-bound mahogany three-tier box with shaped brass vacant plate to the brass corner-capped top tier over second tier with glazed panel to interior, inset brass panel engraved TO R.C. MOORE ESQ., WITH THE APPRECIATION OF, HIS STAFF., 25th DECEMBER 1945 to front and brass reinforcements to angles, the bottom tier with conforming reinforcements and recessed side handles.19cm (7.5ins) high, 18.5cm (7.35ins) square. Provenance:Purchased at Bonhams, Knightsbridge, London sale of Clocks, Watches & Barometers 24th November 2009 (lot 276) for £2,340. The chronometer making firm Thomas Mercer of St. Albans was established by Thomas Mercer (1822-60) at North Road, London in 1858 before moving to 45 Spencer Street, Clerkenwell in 1860. Mercer became an active member of the British Horological Institute (established in 1858) where he lectured on the need to modernise the industry and served as honorary treasurer from 1875-95. After occupying several addresses in Clerkenwell Mercer relocated the core of the business to St. Albans in 1874 setting up a factory behind his house at 14-15 Prospect Road. Although the bulk of the businesses work was undertaken in St. Albans Mercer personally made weekly trips to Clerkenwell to deliver/collect parts finished by specialist outworkers as well as visit the Horological Institute.In order to maintain a presence in London Thomas Mercer opened an outlet 18 Westmoreland Road, City Road in 1890. Succuss at the Greenwich trials was also always considered important to Mercer who entered instruments every year; he was placed second in 1881 and his son, Frank, came first in 1911. In 1900 Thomas Mercer accepted an invitation to judge at the Universal Exhibition in Paris but unfortunately caught a cold on the ferry crossing and died soon after his return. The business was subsequently continued by his successors becoming of the most prolific suppliers of chronometers and other timepiece for industrial, maritime and domestic purposes and continued trading in St Albans until 1984. The firm of Lilley and Sons is recorded in Betts, Jonathan MARINE CHRONOMETERS AT GREENWICH as being traced back to the scientific and nautical instrument maker, John Lilley, who was apprenticed to Michael Dancer in 1801. By 1811 Lilley had established his own business in Hatton Garden and then from various successive addresses. He was joined by his son of the same name in around 1845, at that time the firm was based at Jamaica Terrace, Commercial Road, London. On his father's death in 1859 John Junior took-over the business who was subsequently succeeded by his second son, George Charles Lilley, by 1881. From 1865 the business was trading from London Street, Fenchurch Street, London and in 1903/4 to 1906/7 they took part in chronometer trials with the best result being for no. 1590 which came fourth in 1905/6. In 1911 John Wilson Gillie joined as a partner and the business became John Lilley & Son Ltd and, despite several changes in ownership, was still trading at the start of the 21st century as Lillie and Gillie based in North Shields. The present lot (serial number 7358) is noted in Mercer, Tony Mercer Chronometers - Radical Tom Mercer and the House he Founded as supplied by the firm direct to Lilley & Son. The M.O.D. HS1 stamps indicate the current chronometer was classified as 'a chronometer with spring detent escapement' by the Ministry and records show that it was loaned to the Royal Navy during World War II, before being returned to its owner towards the end of 1944. Condition Report: Movement is in fine clean working condition having been recently serviced. There is no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The dial is in good clean condition with faults limited to some slight patchy degradation to the protective lacquer for the silvering. The bowl, gimbals and other internal brass fittings all appear original retaining old tinted lacquer finish with historic crazing, wear/rubbing and light flaking. The box is in fine condition having recently being carefully polished/freshened-up in a manner as to retain old finish with the only noticeable fault being a small historic bruise to the top surface.Timepiece is complete with a typsy winding key (a replacement) and a case key.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 178
A GEORGE III/REGENCY FIGURED MAHOGANY 'NORWICH' TYPE WEIGHT-DRIVEN DROP-TRUNK OR TAVERN WALL CLOCKW. HOLLAND, CHESTER, CIRCA 1805Ther four pillar rack and bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 16 inch circular white painted dial indistinctly signed W. HOLLAND, CHESTER to centre and with Vertically aligned Arabic hour numerals, with pierced steel hands set behind hinged glazed ogee moulded bezel, the case with concave-topped rectangular caddy moulded door over moulded collar and down-curved quarter-round base, the sides with hinged doors set behind the dial, (lacking weights).128cm (50.5ins) high, 47cm (18.5ins) wide, 19cm (7.5ins) deep. William Holland is recorded in Loomes, Brian Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, Complete 21st Century Edition as working from King Street, Chester 1795-1829. Condition Report: Movement is in very dirty/dusty neglected condition however appears complete and in original with no visible evidence of alteration or notable replacements. The dial retains original untouched surface which is heavily rubbed/faded but with no significant losses or flaking evident. The movement and dial rest on an old, probably original, seatboard which is wedged tight in the case (probably due to very slight shrinkage in the case) hence the movement cannot be removed without taking the dial off/dismantling. The case is generally in sound original condition. The backboard has vertical splitting and has a loss to the upper edge; a metal brace has been applied form which it can be hung on the wall. The top panel is a replacement and is currently loose (although allows the movement to be viewed). The rounded section at the base has some horizontal shrinkage cracking but no losses to the veneer. The left hand side has cracks above the side door but no losses; both side doors have losses to the applied overlaps to the edges. Faults to the case are otherwise limited to minor bumps, scuffs, light shrinkage and wear commensurate with age and use.Generally a good honest sound untouched example ripe for sensitive restoration, clock has pendulum (no suspension spring), a winder but no weights or case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 42
A GEORGE II SILVER PAIR-VASED VERGE POCKET WATCH WITH CHAMPLEVE DIALWILLIAM SHAW, LONDON, 1740The gilt full plate single fusee movement with four square section baluster pillars pinned through the backplate, scroll-pierced stop-iron block and verge escapement regulated by sprung three-arm brass balance with Tompion type regulation, the backplate with fine symmetrical foliate scroll pierced and engraved balance cock with grotesque mask at the junction with the conforming pierced and engraved foot, flanked by silvered regulation disc set within adjacent applied scroll engraved panel infill opposing signature W'm Shaw, LONDON and numbered 3691, the silver champleve dial with relief-chased arched banner engraved SHAW over foliate motifs to the finely matted centre, within Roman numeral chapter ring with Arabic cartouche five minute numerals to outer track, with blued steel spade hands, the inner case applied with suspension post and bow at twelve o'clock and the outer case with fine moulded rim and bezel surround, both cases indistinctly marked for London 1740 maker IR.The pillar plate 3.5cm (1.375ins) diameter; the inner case 4.1cm (1.625ins) diameter; the outer case 4.8cm (1.875ins) diameter. A watchmaker with the William Shaw does not appear to be recorded in the usual sources as working in London at this time, however several makers with the same surname are noted working from the second half of the 17th century onwards. From this it may be appropriate to suggest that the maker of the present watch was related to one or more of these other makers but did not normally produce watches in his name. Condition Report: Movement is complete and all original retaining original gilt finish with minimal wear/marks. There is some localised oxidation, the mechanism appears a little 'dry' but is essentially in working condition (albeit prone to stopping). The dial is in fine condition; the hands are probably 19th century replacements. The inner case has overall light denting and wear with a small repair (possible filling) and a very small split at the side beyond the winding hole; the marks are rubbed but legible except for the makers. The suspension post has been re-attached with a collar (disc) applied to the wall of the case for strength, the bow is probably a later replacement. The outer case has overall light to moderate wear and denting otherwise is in sound condition.There is no winding key included. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 180
AN IRISH GEORGE III MAHOGANY EIGHT-DAY LONGCASE CLOCKALEXANDER CHRISTIE, DUBLIN, CIRCA 1770The four pillar rack and bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 13.5 inch square brass dial with vestigial arched calendar aperture and leafy rosette centred subsidiary seconds dial to the rococo scroll engraved centre signed ALEX'R CHRISTIE, DUBLIN to lower margin, within applied Roman numeral chapter ring with Arabic five minutes beyond the outer dot minute track, with scroll pierced steel hands and generous winged cherub mask and scroll cast gilt brass spandrels to angles, the case with swan neck pediment applied with carved rosettes to the scroll terminals over cushion-shaped frieze relief carved with rococo scrolls centred with a grotesque 'green man' mask, the hinged glazed dial aperture applied with carved fluted Corinthian three-quarter columns to angles and the sides with reeded bargeboards to the rear edges, the trunk with blind geometric fret to the lip of the cavetto throat moulding over shallow caddy-moulded break-arch top door flanked by fluted Doric quarter columns to the angles, the plinth with stepped ogee top mouldings over shaped raised panel to fascia flanked by canted angles, on bracket feet.244cm (96ins) high, 53.5cm (21ins) wide, 34.5cm (13.5ins) deep. Provenance:Evelyn Gairdner-nee Handcock, only daughter of Lord Castlemaine (1897-1984) thence by family descent the current vendor. This clock was rescued from Moydrum Castle near Athlone, Ireland before the castle was burned down in July 1921. Alexander Christie is recorded in Loomes, Brian Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, Volume 2 as working in Dublin 1758 until his death in 1801. Condition Report: Movement is basically complete and original with the exception of the calendar drive flag (would have originally been fitted to the hour hand tube). There is nothing obvious to indicate that the movement will not run but it will require a service/setting-up. The dial plate is a little distorted behind the chapter ring where the dial feet are fitted to the spokes of the 'cartwheel' cut-outs. The right hand corner is also bent a little backwards and is missing its tip. The dial feet are a little misaligned also so will require adjustment. The calendar disc has been secured tight on its post (does not turn). Hands appear undamaged. The chapter ring has lost its silvering and overall the dial is in neglected condition. The movement is attached to what appears to be its original seatboard however the cheek uprights of the case are applied with various pieces of packing suggesting that the movement and dial are not original to the case. The case is essentially complete and original but requires general moderate attention from a case/furniture restorer. The hood is in good condition with faults essentially limited to repairs to the hood column capitals, a loose rosette to the pediment, general light bumps and nocks to the extremities and carving and slight shrinkage cracks to the sides. The front right hand corner has a scarf repair to the corner infront of the column. The carcass of the rest of the case trunk is in good condition with strong structure. The lower hinge of the trunk door has at some point been 'pulled' causing splitting to the surround into which the hinge was screwed; some re-gluing/making sound this damage has been done. The plinth front panel is warped (front lower edge projects around 7mm) and has a crack, the lower left small quadrant infill panel is also loose; otherwise plinth is in sound condition. Finish is generally somewhat dull/muted and there are relatively minor bumps, scuffs and other blemishes commensurate with age.Clock has pendulum, two weights, a case key and a winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 94
A FRENCH MINIATURE LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRASS MOUNTED CARARA MARBLE MANTEL CLOCK GARNITURERETAILED BY SIR JOHN BENNETT LIMITED, LONDON, CIRCA 1900The circular eight-day single going barrel movement with platform lever escapement regulated by sprung monometallic balance vertically planted on the backplate numbered 1421 to upper left and stamped MADE IN FRANCE to lower margin, the 2.125 inch circular convex white enamel dial inscribed SIR JOHN BENNETT LTD, LONDON to centre within concentric repeating floral swags framing the vertically aligned Arabic hour numerals, with Arabic fifteen minutes to the outer minute track and scroll pierced gilt brass hands set behind a crisply moulded hinged cast gilt brass convex bevel-glazed bezel, the rectangular plinth-form case with central gilt foliate bud finial to the stepped cavetto moulded upstand over front applied with rosettes to upper angles over floral swag apron mount, the sides with oval leafy rosettes, on cavetto moulded skirt base applied with further gilt ribbon-tied mount to front; the side pieces formed as dwarf candlesticks with gilt brass spiral fluted leaf cast sconces over fluted column pedestals set on gilt bead decorated square bases, (3).The clock 21cm (8.25ins) high, 11.5cm (4.5ins) wide, 6.5cm (2.5ins) deep; the candlesticks 11cm (4.25ins) high, 6cm (2.375ins) square. The firm of watchmakers and retailers of luxury goods, Sir John Bennett Limited, was established by John Bennett at 65 Cheapside, London in 1846. Sir John Bennett was a colourful character who became involved in machinations of the City of London Corporation serving as 'Sheriff of London and Middlesex' in 1871 and 'Lord Lieutenant of London' in 1872. He died in 1897 leaving the business in the hands of his successors trading as 'Sir John Bennett Limited', which continued well into the 20th century. Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition and appears all-original. The dial appears free from visible damage. The case has some light edge wear/chipping to the marble and a few spots of slight discolouration but is free from visible cracks; the base has probably been re-set, mounts are in fine condition. One candlestick has a noticeable chip to the top of one of the corners at the base and well as a re-attached chip to the lower corner to the other side (not particularly noticeable) otherwise faults are limited to very slight wear/edge chipping.Garniture is complete with a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 1
A RARE GEORGE III CASED SET OF GLASS HYDROMETER BULBSA. LOVI, EDINBURGH, CIRCA 1790The circular solid satinwood box enclosing sixteen (out of an original compliment of nineteen) small counterweighted glass bulbs each annotated with scripted numbers to upper surface and supported within a pierced red felt lined bed, the interior of the lid with printed paper providing a numbered key for gauging the alcohol content of various sprits indistinctly inscribed Hydrorostatic Balls for Proving Spirits, (The Beads will sink to the bottom of the Glass, according to the direction.) to the upper margin and Made and Sold by A. LOVI, Niddery's Street, EDINBURGH to the lower. The box 8.5cm (3.375ins) diameter, 3.3cm (1.25ins) approx. cm high. Angelo Lovi is recorded in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS & RETAILERS 1660-1900 as a 'specific gravity bead maker' working from Niddery Street, Edinburgh from 1772 before moving to 83 South Bridge by 1804 and then 16 South Bridge. This type of alcohol spirit hydrometer, which are sometimes called philosophical bubbles or gravity beads, appear to have mostly been made by Scottish makers with other examples by the likes of J. Heron of Greenock and Telfer and Affleck of Glasgow known. The present lot is notable in that it originally contained a high number of beads (nineteen) whilst most other sets appeared to comprise of around a dozen or less. Condition Report: There are three bulbs missing, the sixteen present are in fine condition with legible numbering, The baize lining to the bed has some moth damage otherwise is in fair condition retaining strong colour. The box has a slight warp to the lid which also has a slight area of flattening-off to the edge at one point and a couple of light bumps and knocks; there are no problematic splits evident and the lid which slides-on securely but not tightly. The exterior surface polish is degraded/worn hence would benefit from the attention. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 151
AN EDWARDIAN OAK FUSEE DIAL WALL TIMEPIECEJ. ROGERS, OXFORD, EARLY 20th CENTURYThe four columnar pillar single fusee movement with bottle-shaped plates and anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum, the 11.75 inch cream painted Roman numeral dial inscribed J. ROGERS, OXFORD to centre, with steel spade hands set behind hinged bevel-glazed moulded brass bezel with silvered canted insert to inner edge, with cushion-turned dial surround secured with pegs to the rear box case incorporating door to right hand side over pendulum access flap to the curved underside.39cm (15.25ins) diameter, 16.5cm (6.5ins) deep. Condition Report: Movement is complete and all-original. It will run however the mechanism is a little dirty/dusty hence a gentle clean/service is required; the pendulum suspension spring is snapped so a replacement will be required before the timepiece can be put into service. The movement is of eight-day duration and is stamped A.S. & S. MADE IN ENGLAND to the backplate. The dial retains original painted surface with two small flakes/losses to the centre and overall concentric rubbing/light surface scratching from repeated setting of the hands. The bezel is in good original condition, The case is in good original condition with faults limited to chipping/losses to the edge of the pendulum access flap and a few small chips to the veneers towards the rear of the underside. The left-hand side has a few pin-holes to the surface commensurate with something being repeatedly pinned (notice or label) on and around the door. One of the four dial securing pegs is missing.Timepiece has a pendulum but no winder or case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 45
A RARE GEORGE III GOLD POCKET WATCH WITH CYLINDER ESCAPEMENT AND CENTRE SECONDS JOHN PYKE, LONDON, LATE 18th CENTURYThe gilt full plate single fusee movement with four square section baluster pillars pinned through the backplate, scroll-pierced stop-iron block, stop/start lever near nine o'clock and cylinder escapement regulated by sprung three-arm steel balance with Tompion type regulation, the backplate with fine symmetric foliate scroll pierced and engraved balance cock with faceted diamond endstone and oriental male mask at the junction with wedge-shaped matted-ground relief engraved foot, flanked by silvered regulation disc set within adjacent conforming applied scroll engraved panel infill opposing signature Jn'o Pyke, London and serial number 2114, with gilt brass dust cover signed Jn'o Pyke, Watch-Maker, to his, ROY'L-HIGHNESS, the, PR of Wales along with the serial number, the slightly convex white enamel Roman numeral dial with winding square to centre, Arabic five minutes to outer track and sculpted steel beetle-and-poker minute and hour hands and conforming centre seconds hand, the gold consular case applied with suspension post and bow at twelve o'clock and with slot for the stop/start lever near nine o'clock, hallmarks indistinct, makers possibly R.P.The pillar plate 3.5cm (1.375ins approx.) diameter; the inner case 5cm (2ins) diameter. John Pyke is recorded in Baillie G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as 'clock and watchmaker to the Prince of Wales' working form Grays Inn, London circa 1747-80. It is not known as to whether he was related to the earlier maker of the same name who completed Charles Clay's musical clock at Kensington Palace and died in 1762. The cylinder escapement was developed in around 1695 by Thomas Tompion and further refined by George Graham in 1726. This new escapement was perhaps the first developed exclusively for watch work and, as well as being a better rate keeper, the cylinder escapement also allowed movements to be made more compact (due to the escapement operating in one plane only). However, being a form of frictional rest escapement, the cylinder escapement was prone to relatively heavy rates of wear hence was less reliable than the verge (until hardened steel escape wheels and ruby cylinders were developed later in the 18th century). Condition Report: The movement is visually in fine clean condition with no visible scuffing/marking to the original git finish. The escape wheel appears to possibly be a 'service' replacement otherwise train appears all original. The train is currently fully wound but motive power is almost non-existent at the escape wheel suggesting that the train is partially jammed or the spring is very weak. When motive force is very gently applied to the wheel driving the escape wheel the escapement will just about beat but continued action is not maintained. The dust cover is in good original condition with only minor spotting/discolouration to the slide catch and very light edge rubbing. The dial has a very small enamel chip to the edge of the latch thumbpiece; the brass ferrule to the winding hole may be a later replacement/addition otherwise dial is in fine original condition, Hands appear original and are in fine condition. The case has evidence of probable dent removal to the rear (hence why hallmarks are almost completely erased), some general undulation to the surface and small dent near the hinge, Otherwise the case is in good original condition.There is no winding key included. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 50
AN REGENCY SILVER PAIR-CASED VERGE POCKET WATCH WITH DIAL UNUSUALLY INSCRIBED FOR THE ORIGINAL OWNERJAMES WINDSOR, LONDON, 1823The single fusee movement with four columnar pillars pinned through the backplate and verge escapement regulated by sprung three-arm steel balance set beneath a squirrel inhabited scroll pierced and chased gilt balance cock, the backplate with Slow/Fast regulation lever, signed Ja's Windsor, London to the mainspring barrel plate and numbered No. 1405 next to the regulation scale, the slightly convex circular white enamel dial with upper-case lettering for the hour numerals spelling the name THOMAS, WATTS and incorporating a painted image of a standing chestnut horse at twelve o'clock, with pierced gilt spade hands, the inner case applied with oval section suspension post and fitted with convex glazed bezel, both cases marked for London 1823 makers S C possibly for Sarah Clerke (registered 1812/13); together with a silver cased pedometer, Dixey, Brighton, 1887, with frosted gilt mechanism engraved DIXEY, BRIGHTON to pendulum cock and white enamel Roman numeral watch-type dial with each beat of the pendulum equating to one second, the engine-turned case with suspension post and marked for London 1887, makers J.O for James Oliver (registered 1873); and a set of ten watch keys, circa 1900, sized 1-10, (12). The watch pillar plate 4.5cm (1.75ins) diameter, the outer case 5.8cm (2.25ins) diameter; the pedometer 4.2cm (1.125ins) diameter. James Windsor is recorded in Loomes, Brian Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, Volume 2 as apprenticed in 1781 and working in London until 1844. A watch paper enclosed in the rear of the case (for J. Murfitt of Cottenham) is inscribed in ink Mr. Watts, Cottenham to verso. This would suggest that the present watch was almost certainly made for the Cottenham-resident Thomas Watts who was born in 1793 and died in 1874; his grave can be found in the Cottenham Dissenters Cemetery, South Cottenham, Cambridgeshire. Dixey of Brighton are recorded in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 as working from 21 King's Road, Brighton, circa 1850-70. Condition Report: Watch is in original relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or repair. The dial has a very small chip to the lower (behind the bezel when closed) as a tiny edge blemish above the eleven o'clock position (again behind the bezel) otherwise appears to be in perfect condition. Both case are in good original condition with no significant dents and only slight wear evident; these is some light scratching to the glass. Watch has its own winding key presentPedometer is in fine original working condition with minimal dirt ingress to the mechanism; the case exhibits hardly any wear - the exterior tarnished so would benefit from a gentle clean. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 159
AN UNUSUAL MUSICAL THIRTY-HOUR LONGCASE CLOCK MOVEMENT IN A CARVED OAK HOODED WALL CASETHE CHAPTER RING SIGNED FOR JAMES DELANCE, FROME, CIRCA 1695 AND LATERThe posted outside countwheel bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum and incorporating a musical train playing a tune every four hours via a 4 inch pinned cylinder operating 14 hammers on a graduated nest of seven bells, the corner posts turned as Doric columns but with square-section shafts to allow screw pivot inserts for the various strike and music work detent pivots, the later 10 inch square brass dial plate with symmetrical stylised foliate scroll engraved centre within applied period silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised sword-hilt half hour markers and engraved I DELANCE, FROME to lower margin, with scroll-pierced steel hand and winged cherub mask and foliate scroll pierced spandrels to angles, now in a carved oak hooded wall case with crest carved as an architectural arcade enclosing figures of armed medieval nobles, over ogee and cavetto moulded cornice and alternating rosette decorated frieze, the hinged glazed dial aperture with foliate trail carved surround flanked by spiral floral trail decorated columns and glazed panels to sides, the bracket with concave throat moulding over frieze applied with panels carved with masks and twin scroll apron, the sides formed as shaped floral decorated brackets and the back panel carved with repeating fan-shaped motifs over shaped pendant.159cm (62.5ins) high, 48cm (19ins) wide, 27cm (10.75ins) deep. James Delance is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as born in Downton, Wiltshire in 1655, he is believed to have learnt the clockmaking trade from Lawrence Debnam in Frome prior to moving to London in 1677 where he was admitted as a Free Brother to the Clockmakers' Company the following year. Delance remained in London until 1685 when he left the city and returned to Frome where he set up business in Cheap Street - probably succeeding Lawrence Debnam who died in 1683 at the age of 40. Delance is recorded as undertaking work on clocks for Lord Weymouth at Longleat from at least 1694 until 1703. By 1721 Delance had moved to Downton, Wiltshire and was still working in 1736. Although the present lot has a replaced dial plate and evidence suggesting re-working or possibly the addition of the music train, there are many features which are commensurate with the work of Delance and other Frome-area makers of the late 17th century. Condition Report: The movement is complete and essentially in working condition however would most likely require fettling/adjustment and is dusty so would benefit from a light clean. The going train appears original/period except for the escape wheel and pallets. The strike train also appears all original; the hour bell is cracked. The barrel of the music train together with the drive wheel, countwheel, fly and pinions for the two wheels before the fly appear old/period although these two wheels themselves would seem to be later than the rest. One of the rear pivot tabs (for these two wheels and the fly - secured to the underside of the top plate) looks original, the other two are later. The music train horizontal front pivot bar is relatively recent and its layout would suggest that the wheel front pivots may have been integral with the original dial plate (which may account for why it has been replaced). The hammer assembly appears to incorporate early elements (such as the hammer and pivot blocks). All lifting pieces/detents and arbors appear old and essentially in their original form. The trains now run with chains (would have originally been rope. The original dial plate would have been mounted via four dial feet; the lower two are utilised with the current dial plate and the upper left is now used for the later music train front pivot bar. The dial plate is 20th century but with reasonably well-executed faithful-looking engraving The chapter ring appears period; the spandrels are also probably old but have been heavily buffed-up. The hand is also 'period'. The case is late 18th century with late 19th century carved decoration. Generally it is in sound condition with no notable worm damage etc but is somewhat neglected with historic bumps, scuffs etc.Clock is complete with pendulum and two weights. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 119
A REGENCY ORMOLU AND WHITE MARBLE FIGURAL LIBRARY MANTEL TIMEPIECE UNSIGNED BUT PROBABLY BY THOMAS WEEKS, LONDON, CIRCA 1815The circular three columnar pillar single fusee movement with anchor escapement regulated by disc bob pendulum, the 3.5 inch circular white Roman numeral enamel dial with steel hands within an engine-milled gilt bezel, the case surmounted with a figure of an eagle with outstretched wings over drum supported on foliate scroll volutes set on a block fronted with and inset gilt foliate cast frieze, flanked by opposing gilt seated Classical females each reading a book, the marble plinth base applied with central gilt rosette flanked by recessed gilt leafy scroll inset panels over extended toupe feet.31cm (12.25ins) high, 35cm (13.75ins) wide, 7.5cm (3ins) deep. The castings used for the foliate decoration to the frieze beneath the dial and for the figures can be directly compared to those on a timepiece with centre-seconds signed 'Semaine' for Thomas Weeks sold at Christies, London sale of IMPORTANT CLOCKS AND BAROMETERS 2nd July 2004 (lot 67) for £8,365. Thomas Weeks was renowned for the mechanical curiosities exhibited at the eponymous Museum and adjoining shop he established in about 1797 at 3 and 4 Titchbourne Street, London. His collection was sold at auction after his death in 1834. Condition Report: The movement is in working condition however a clean and service is advised. The centre wheel and second wheel have had brass sleeve repairs to their arbors and the latter has a screw bush inserted for the front pivot. The pendulum is a replacement and the length is such that the clock now has extensions to the feet to raise it by around 2cm which would suggest that the movement and dial are possibly not original to the case. Notwithstanding this the mechanism is otherwise a perfect fit. There are also two clusters of holes on the backplate (at 4 o'clock and 10 o'clock) suggesting that securing brackets may have once been fitted to the movement -there are corresponding holes to the case suggesting that movement and dial are original. The dial has a series of hairline cracks and an area of filling adjacent to the winding hole. The case is generally in good original condition however the marble has overall surface grime/probably staining. It would therefore very much benefit from dismantling and having the marble cleaned. The rear right hand foot area has repaired (re-stuck) chip to the marble and there is overall rubbing/rounding to the edges. The mounts are in fine condition retaining their original gilding albeit with some oxidation and light rubbing; the rosette applied to the centre of the base platform may be a replacement.Timepiece has a pendulum and a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 86
A FRENCH LACQUERED BRASS CORNICHE CASED CARRIAGE CLOCKUNSIGNED, THIRD QUARTER OF THE 19th CENTURYThe eight-day two train bell striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement regulated by sprung bimetallic balance, the frontplate stamped with a cruciform motif next to number 687 and an inverted V to lower edge, the rectangular white enamel Roman numeral dial with blued spade hands, the bevel-glazed corniche case with hinged carrying handle over cavetto cornice with rounded angles and caddy moulded uprights to angles, the rear with hinged door, on cavetto moulded skirt base incorporating bracket feet to angles.14cm (5.5ins) high with handle down, 9cm (3.5ins) wide, 8cm (3.125ins) deep. The case of the current clock is a little unusual in that the top cornice section is secured directly to the corner uprights essentially forming a 'one-piece' arrangement. The bosses supporting the carrying handle hinge knuckles are also more prominent than on other cases of related design. These details would suggest that the present case is a notably early version of the corniche design/variant. Condition Report: The movement is in clean condition with no visible evidence of alteration or notable replacements. The going train is working but the mainspring for the strike train is broken hence requires replacement. The dial has a very light hairline crack across the lower left-hand corner (only visible on very close examination (almost undetectable with the naked eye). The case is in good original condition with faults limited to some slight surface bruising to one of the rear uprights and overall light degradation to the lacquered finish. Has a winding key but no travelling case. Condition Report Disclaimer
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