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A French gilt brass mantel clock garniture in the Chinese taste with fine multi-coloured relief cast panelsAchille Brocot, Paris, circa 1880The circular two train eight-day gong striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by disc bob pendulum incorporating Brocot type regulation to suspension, the backplate stamped with oval star-centred trademark AB over serial number 6002 14, the dial with raised relief cast centre decorated in burnished gilt, copper and grey/brown patination with Chinese scholars within silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised star half hour markers and unusual asymmetric trellis pierced gilt hands within circular gilt bezel, the frosted gilt case with large grey/brown patinated and silver highlighted canopy-shaped finial to the stepped caddy pagoda superstructure applied with further disc and spire finials to angles, the front finely relief decorated in gilt, copper, silver and grey/brown patina with scene of courtiers within a trellis garden beneath the dial and with further figural infill to upper quadrants, flanked by stylised grotesque mask centred strip pilasters decorated with silvered strapwork, the sides inset with further panels of figures at leisure within conforming garden settings, on skirt base with generous cavetto top moulding over pad feet with shaped apron between, 39cm (15.25ins) high; the garniture side pieces each modelled as a slender ovoid twin-handled vase with pierced flared rim over applied shaped figural panel matching those of the clock to front and on conforming square platform base, 27.5cm (10.75ins) high. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. Achille Brocot is recorded in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as born in 1817 and died in 1878. The Museums Victoria (Australia) website notes that Achille patented several improvements in clock mechanism escapements, and invented the 'Brocot Suspension', an adjustable pendulum spring which enabled time keeping to be regulated by altering the length of the pendulum suspension spring by a key turned in the dial. He also introduced a jewelled deadbeat escapement, sometimes called a visible escapement as it was often mounted in the middle of the dial. Achille was awarded a first class medal at the Paris Exhibition in 1855, and in 1856 was appointed Treasurer to La Société des Horlogers in Paris. He published a 'Calculation of the Wheels by Approximation' in 1862. His sons Achille and Paul continued the business following Achille senior's death 1878. The firm was taken over by rival clock maker Gustave Gibaudet in 1889. The highly decorative panels of the current lot employs a series of differing techniques to gild, silver, copper and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast and engraved scenes to provide depth and contrast. This rare form of decoration is normally only seen on a select few high-end carriage clock cases with an example incorporating comparable decoration to all parts of the case also included in the present sale (lot XX). Another is also illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS on page 160 (Fig. 9.38) where the decoration is described as 'quite outstanding' and 'must have been one of the most time consuming methods of decorating a carriage clock'.Condition Report: Movement is in working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements with the exception of the hammer for the gong; the mechanism is very dirty hence a clean and overhaul is required. The chapter ring of the dial is a little rubbed with some light patchy oxidation. The case is generally in good original unrestored condition with only very light wear to the original finishes however there is overall light/moderate discolouration and tarnishing predominantly to the gilding. The rear panel is missing two of its four securing screws. The urn side pieces are in sound original condition (commensurate with the case) with faults limited to one or two very slight dents.Clock is complete with pendulum and winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt fretwork panel inset grande-sonnerie striking and repeating alarm carriage clock Retailed by Hunt and Roskell, London, circa 1900The eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with silvered platform lever escapement and alarm sounding on the smaller gong, the backplate with engraved retailer's signature HUNT & ROSKELL, 156 New Bond Street, London to upper edge and stamped with serial number 7348 to the lower left hand corner, the dial with circular white enamel Roman numeral centre decorated with gilt star motif, with grey-shaded chapter and Arabic five minutes to outer track, with blued steel hands set within a fine bright-cut engraved and pierced foliate scrollwork rectangular mask incorporating conforming subsidiary alarm setting dial to lower margin, the gilt brass bevel-glazed anglaise riche case with reeded baton to the hinged carrying handle over thick top glass enclosing pierced and engraved gilt oval insert framing the escapement, complex moulded cornice and fluted frieze, the angles with fluted three-quarter columns with Corinthian capitals and the sides with fine foliate pierced and engraved frets incorporating oval line delineated panel within the decoration set behind bevelled glasses, the rear with further conforming fretwork to the back door, on generous cavetto moulded skirt base incorporating shallow block feet, the underside with Hours and Quarters/Silent/Quarters selection switch, 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle. The firm of Hunt and Roskell can trace its roots back to the celebrated silversmith Paul Storr who was joined in partnership by John Mortimer in 1822. The business traded from 13 New Bond Street and specialised in the retail of silverwares, jewellery, watches and clocks. In 1839 Storr and Mortimer relocated 156 New Bond Street with Paul Storr retiring very shortly afterwards. The firm continued under the management of John Mortimer and Samuel John Hunt (who joined the business in 1826) trading under the name Mortimer and Hunt; which was then in-turn subsequently succeeded by the partnership of Hunt and Roskell (with Robert Roskell probably joining the business around the time of John Mortimer's retirement in 1843). Hunt and Roskell exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition with their wares including a selection of small engraved gilt timepieces by Thomas Cole whose work they were known to have retailed. Hunt and Roskell continued as one of the leading retail jewellers and silversmiths throughout the Victorian era becoming a Limited Company in 1898. They relocated to 25 Old Bond Street in 1912 from where they traded until being bought-out by J.W. Benson in 1965. The current lot can be closely compared to an petite-sonnerie striking example sold in these rooms on Wednesday 24th March 2020 (lot 98). This other example was signed by Le Roy and Fils, Paris and their similarity is such that it would be reasonable to suggest that the present clock was supplied to Hunt and Roskell by LeRoy who, at this time, were working from 13 and 15 Palais Royal, Paris. The fine quality pierced and engraved gilt brass panels of the current lot coupled with the robust anglaise riche design result in clock very much geared to the English taste with its overall feel and quality reminiscent of examples originating from the Leading London workshops.Condition Report: Movement appears to be in original condition with no obvious signs of alteration or significant replacements. The going train is running and the strike train will provide correct hours and quarter notation when the repeat button is pressed however it is not being tripped/set-off by the going train during normal operation. The alarm spring barrel will wind but is also not being set-off by the movement hence it is likely that the under dial work requires adjustment. The movement otherwise is generally a little tarnished/discoloured hence would benefit from a gentle clean/service. The enamel hour disc appears free from visible damage or repair, the alarm disc has a series of hairline cracks. The rear door glass is missing although however the fretwork panel (which was set behind the glass) is present and undamaged; all other glasses are present and appear undamaged. The gilding to the frets is generally in fine condition, the rest of the case however has noticeable rubbing and discolouration throughout. The strike selection lever to the base is present and will move however it is not known whether it will select the functions as the movement will not activate the strike train during normal operation. There are also two vacant screw holes in the base.Generally a good original honest clock which hopefully will not require extensive work to bring back to fine condition. Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A rare gilt brass carriage clock with push-button repeat, alarm and musical movement to baseUnsigned, late 19th centuryThe eight-day gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and sounding the alarm on the same gong, the backplate stamped with serial number 1525 to lower left hand corner, the rectangular engine-milled and stylised foliate scroll gilt engraved silvered dial with recessed circular Roman numeral centre incorporating gilt rosette and shield cartouche numeral decoration and with blued steel hands over conforming alarm disk to lower margin, the bevel-glazed gilt brass anglaise riche case with hinged reeded baton carrying handle over fluted cornice, Corinthian three-quarter corner columns, on architectural plinth base with complex upper mouldings and skirt enclosing a musical mechanism playing a Viennese waltz via a 1.5 inch pinned cylinder and tuned steel comb on demand only by pulling a plunger next to the winding key to the left hand side, on four turned toupe feet, 18.5cm (7.25ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The provision of a musical movement in the base of the current clock is a very rare detail.Condition Report: The movement is running with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements; the strike train will operate but only by depressing the repeat button hence the under-dial release mechanism requires adjustment (looking in form the side the respective lever etc. appears to be present). The movement is generally somewhat dirty/oily hence a gentle clean/service is required. The musical movement in the base is intact and working with no visible damage to the combs or pins; the sound is also good. The dial has rubbing/wear to the Roman numerals and slight tarnishing to the hour disc otherwise in in fine condition. The front glass has some shallow internal chipping to both upper corners (visible on close examination) otherwise glasses are free from visible damage. The gilding to the case is in fine condition with no visible wear or discolouration and the surfaces are free from any scuffs/blemishes worth noting although a couple of very tiny bumps can be found to the extremities of the mouldings. The base plate is missing two securing screws however these are superfluous as the panel is held secure by the feet.There is no key present for the movement however there is one for the musical mechanism. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass carriage clock with painted porcelain panels and push-button repeatRetailed by D.C. Rait and Sons, Paris, circa 1870The eight-day gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 771 to lower left hand corner, the rectangular satin silvered dial with recessed circular Roman numeral centre and blued steel spade hands over retail signature D. C. RAIT & SONS, PARIS to lower margin within a canted silvered surround, the bevel-glazed gilt brass anglaise riche case with hinged reeded baton carrying handle over fluted cornice, Corinthian three-quarter corner columns and side panels finely painted with Renaissance inspired scenes emblematic of summer and winter with a couple dancing within a flowering meadow to the right hand side opposing a female assisting an elderly gentleman within a snowy landscape to the other and each with unusual gilt infill to sky, the rear with lift-out panel incorporating shuttered winding and hand-setting holes, on architectural plinth base with complex upper mouldings and skirt, 18cm (7ins) high excluding handle; with original morocco leather covered protective outer case. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The Scottish firm of retail jewellers D.C. Rait and Sons operated from 34 Buchanan Street Glasgow from the 1820's until well into the twentieth century. In 1869, the firm was listed as 'Goldsmiths to the Queen, Jewellers, Watchmakers and Silversmiths'.Condition Report: Movement appears complete and original with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The strike train is working however the going train is currently not running due to the balance staff of the escapement being broken; the platform is also heavily tarnished but the mainspring is sound. The dial has some very slight concentric rubbing to the silvering (most likely from the hour hand at some point in the past) and a light scratch to the mask next to the IIII numeral otherwise the panel is in good condition with overall slight patchy discolouration. Both side panels are in fine condition with minimal wear although the right hand side has a very small scuff to the gilt background just above the female figure's head. The front glass appears free from visible damage and the gilding is in fine condition with only one or two spots of discolouration.The travelling case is missing its strap handle and has overall light rubbing and wear, clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass carriage clock with painted porcelain panels and push-button repeatRetailed by Edward and Sons, Paris, London and Glasgow, circa 1880The eight-day gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 531 to lower left hand corner, the rectangular porcelain dial inscribed EDWARD & SONS, PARIS, LONDON & GLASGOW within Roman numeral hour numerals and with blued steel spade hands within gilt ground painted scene of a winter landscape incorporating robin perched within a snow covered tree to right hand margin, the bevel-glazed satin gilt brass case a variant on anglaise riche design with hinged reeded baton carrying handle over fluted cornice, plain three-quarter corner columns and side panels finely painted with full length portraits of Renaissance females dressed in ornate robes emblematic of summer and winter within garden landscape with unusual gilt infill to sky, the rear with gilt pin-hinged door, on architectural plinth base with complex upper mouldings and skirt, 18cm (7ins) high excluding handle; with original morocco leather covered protective outer case. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.  George Edward and Sons were retailers of silver, jewellery and other luxury items (as well as being watch and clockmakers) founded in Glasgow by George Edward in 1838. In around 1874 they opened a branch at Mansion House Buildings, 19 Poultry, Cheapside, London and became a Limited Company in 1925. In 1963 Edward and Sons Limited were still trading from St. Vincent Street, Glasgow but were subsequently absorbed into the Mappin and Webb empire.Condition Report: Movement appears complete and original with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The strike train is working however the going train is currently not running most likely due to being 'gummed-up' as mechanism is a little dirty/discoloured. The escapement appears undamaged (although the platform is heavily tarnished) and the mainspring is sound. The dial has some slight concentric rubbing to the gilding (most likely from the hour hand at some point in the past) and a scratch between the VIII and X numerals otherwise the panel is in good condition with only very light wear and discolouration. Both side panels are in fine condition with minimal wear; although the right hand side figure appears to have a very slight firing fault to the glaze towards the hem of the green skirt. The glasses appear free from visible damage and the gilding is in fine condition with minimal edge wear.The travelling case is missing it's dial shutter panel and has overall light rubbing and wear, clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French engraved gilt brass oval repeating alarm carriage clock with painted porcelain panels Probably by Jules Brunelot, Paris, circa 1870The eight-day gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and sounding the alarm on the same gong, the backplate stamped with trademark B within a circle to lower left hand corner, the rectangular porcelain dial with Roman numeral hour numerals and gilt brass spade hands within a painted scene of a female in 18th century dress seated in a woodland landscape with cherub in flight above and incorporating white Arabic alarm setting dial to lower margin, the substantial engraved satin gilt oval case with hinged arched carrying handle over leafy scroll border engraved top and conforming foliate trail decorated upper mouldings, the front with thick curved bevel glass panel set into a foliate border-engraved frame and the sides inset with curved porcelain panels painted with scenes of 18th century courting couples within conforming frame surrounds, the rear with curved bevel-glazed pin-hinged door, on ogee profile skirt base adorned with a band of repeating leafy scrolls, 14cm (5.5ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.  The trademark stamped to the lower left hand corner of the backplate of the current lot (letter B within a circle) is noted in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as possibly being for Jules Brunelot although no evidence has been found to confirm this.Condition Report: Movement is fully operational (including the alarm and repeat functions) and is free from any visible alteration or significant replacements however is in relatively dirty/neglected condition so will require a gentle clean/service before putting into long term use. The dial appears to be in fine condition with no visible damage/defects. The porcelain side panels also appear free from damage or visible restoration and have almost no discernible wear (only very light rubbing to upper margins of each visible on very close examination). The rear door glass has a small chip to the upper right hand corner otherwise glasses appear free from visible damage. The gilding is in fine condition with minimal wear or discolouration.Carriage clock has a winding key.  Condition Report Disclaimer

A French relief sculpted pietra dura hardstone panel mounted gilt brass mantel clockRetailed by Howell James and Company, London and Paris, third quarter of the 19th centuryThe circular eight-day two train bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by disc bob pendulum incorporating Brocot type regulation to suspension, the backplate stamped with JAPY FRERES & CIE, MED. D'HONNEUR roundel over numbers 3, 4 4, the rectangular black marble dial panel with gilt Roman numerals and inscribed HOWELL JAMES & Co., TO THE QUEEN, LONDON PARIS to centre, with gilt spade hands and decorated with relief sculpted fruiting vines to upper quadrants and lower margin, the case modelled loosely in the 17th century German Renaissance style with concave capped disc finial to the elaborate bulbous cupola over moulded platform and conforming corner finials to superstructure, with cavetto cornice above dial and conforming raised fruiting vine and cherry decorated side panels with slender bulbous knopped pilasters to the canted angles between, on complex moulded skirt base with bun feet, 33cm (13ins) high.  The firm of silversmiths, jewellers and retailers of objet d'art Howell, James and Company was founded in 1819 by James Howell and Isaac James. The company had premises at 5, 7 and 9 Regent Street and was noted for the variety and quality of its stock. In 1838 James left the business and the partnership then became known as Howell James & Co. By 1865 the firm employed over 140 women, most of whom lived above the shop. The business exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition as well as others in London and Paris throughout the latter half of the 19th century. In 1881 the premises was reconstructed, three years later they became a limited company and continued to trade from Regent Street, London until 1911.Condition Report: The movement appears complete and original with no visible alterations or significant replacements but is in neglected/dirty condition. The going train will just about run, the strike train will strike but currently sounds only once on the bell at both the hour and half hour. This would suggest thet the gathering pallet for the rack is worn hence will need the attention of a clockmaker before reliable operation is likely to be achieved. The dial panel is generally in very good condition with faults limited to a very small section of 'twig' missing to the upper right spandrel ornament, a very slight chipping arouund the regulation square above the XII numeral and overall moderate wear to the numerals and signature. The side panels appear free from visible faults. The case is somewhat dirty but retains original gilding with generally only light edge wear except for a small patch of more noticeable rubbing to the platform beneath the domed superstructure. There is no evidence of the rear ever being fitted with a door/cover for the movement.Clock has a pendulum but no winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A rare French carriage clock inset with fine Florentine pietra-dura panelsRetailed by H. Bozi, Florence, circa 1880The eight-day bell striking movement with silvered platform cylinder escapement and stamped with serial number 531 to lower left hand corner, the rectangular black marble dial panel signed H. Bozi, Firenze to centre with gilt Roman hour numerals and spade hands within surround finely inlaid in various hardstones with delicate floral sprays, the bevel-glazed corniche case with hinged carrying handle and oval top glass over cavetto cornice and caddy moulded uprights, the sides and rear door with further Pietra-dura panels depicting floral still lifes including roses and fuchsia blooms, on moulded skirt base, 13.5 (5.75ins) high excluding handle. The current clock would appear to belong to a small series of carriage clocks incorporating fine foliate decorated pietra-dura panels which appear to have been made in the same workshop. Others in the series include a slightly smaller clock with alarm and push button repeat which was sold at Christies, King Street, London Important clocks and marine chronometers 20th February 2008 (lot 11) for £3000; a very similar example to the present clock pictured in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and Other Travelling CLOCKS pages 156 (Figure 9-33 a-d); and an example by Drocourt illustrated in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development, (this time housed in an anglaise riche case) on page 180 (Plates VII/C13-14). It is perhaps interesting to note that the Christies example is also signed for H. Bozi of Florence which would strongly support the idea that the panels for this series were made in Florence by one workshop to decorate clocks supplied by Parisian makers mainly for retail in Florence to wealthy visitors continuing in the tradition of the 'Grand Tour'. Condition Report: Movement is fairly clean and in working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial appears free from visible damage and the numerals/signature have minimal wear. The left hand panel has a cracked section to the upper left hand corner, another very small to the opposite corner and a very light vertical hairline to the centre of the lower edge. The right hand panel has a smaller cracked section also to the upper left; both side panels also have some very light edge wear. The rear panel has a very light horizontal hairline to the right hand margin. All the delicate inlaid hardstone decoration is undisturbed. The case has traces of earlier silvering and currently has streaking/tarnishing due to the brass finish otherwise appears to be free form noticeable faults.There is a leather protective case present which fits the clock well but is not original to the clock. The case has overall wear to the surface and is lacking its strap and integral repeat button pad (not required as the current clock does not have a repeat button).There is no winding key.  Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A French gilt brass carriage clock with painted ivory panels and push-button repeatUnsigned, Paris, circa 1900The two train eight-day gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 438 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular ivory panel dial with rose painted centre within chapter ring with vertical Arabic numerals and blued steel hands over painted draped floral sprays to lower margin and with dragonflies to upper, the satin gilt bevel-glazed case with baton-centred hinged double-scroll handle over ripple-edged moulded cornice and channelled uprights, the sides inset with ivory panels each painted with a winged fairy playing a musical instrument set behind a bevelled glass panel, on skirt base incorporating conforming ripple-edge to the top moulding and pad feet, 13cm (5ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.  

A fine French gilt bamboo cased miniature carriage timepiece with Aesthetic style porcelain panelsUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe French eight-day movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 4686 to backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial panel overall painted in polychrome and gilt with asymmetric red and black ground landscape and foliate panels within a cream field populated with a bird inhabited stylised foliage, the centre with gilt Roman numeral chapter ring and blued steel spade hands, the frosted gilt brass bevel glazed case of Mignonette No. 2 size with frame modelled to resemble sections of bamboo overlapping at the corners, the top with conforming hinged carrying handle and panel-glazed escapement aperture and the sides inset with additional Aesthetic style porcelain panels matching the dial with arrangement of gilt highlighted shaped panels within a cream ground incorporating birds amongst flowering foliage, on angled T-shaped bamboo stump feet, 9cm (3.5ins) high excluding handle.  Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.  The design of the porcelain panels of the current lot draw their inspiration from Japanese art in particular Satsuma pottery. The study and interpretation of Japanese decorative arts was a core element of the Aesthetic Movement which in-turn influenced Orientalist design which became highly fashionable during the latter quarter of the 19th century. Furthermore the 'bamboo' design of the case compliments the Aesthetic feel of the panels resulting in an object which is fully integrated in its visual qualities. A group of three closely related miniature timepieces illustrating the variations on the theme of the current lot can be found in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 172-73 (Fig. 10.16). Miniature carriage clocks are called Mignonettes or 'little darlings' and come in three graded sizes with No. 2 being the second smallest.Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition with no visible signs of alteration or significant replacements however is prone to stopping suggesting that a gentle clean/service is required before reliable operation is likely to be achieved. The dial has a very light scratch (only visible with a magnifying glass under reflected light) towards the upper left hand corner otherwise appears free from faults. The right hand side has a similar scratch, again towards the upper left hand corner, otherwise side panels appear free from noticeable faults other than very light gilt rubbing. The glasses appear free from visible faults and the gilding to the case is in very fine condition.Timepiece has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine multi-colour grande-sonnerie striking and repeating moonphase calendar alarm carriage clock Unsigned, circa 1880The eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and then sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with silvered platform lever escapement, alarm sounding on the smaller gong and stamped with serial number 1532 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the dial with inset Roman numeral enamel hour disc centred with a rolling moonphase aperture within painted starry sky and billowing clouds, set into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief with bird and butterfly inhabited floral trails picked-out in gilt, silver and copper on a grey patinated ground and incorporating conforming enamel subsidiary alarm setting dial flanked by day-of-of-the-week and date-of-the-month dials to lower margin, the bevel-glazed frosted gilt brass case with every surface decorated with bands and panels of bird inhabited floral sprays picked-out in gilt, silver and copper on a grey patinated ground, including the frame of the baton centred hinged carrying handle, top glass surround and quarter round upper edges, over dentil frieze incorporating projecting angles for the Corinthian column corner uprights with further multicolour decoration to shafts, the rear with door decorated panel of a bird perched within flowering shrubbery and on skirt base incorporating fluted band to upper margin over further bird and flower engraved decoration and disc feet, the underside with three-position strike selection lever labelled G'de Campanco/P'te Campanco/Silencio, 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The highly decorative bands and panels decorating every surface of the current lot employs a series of differing techniques to gild, silver, copper and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast and engraved scenes to provide depth and contrast. A closely related case incorporating comparable decoration to all parts illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS on page 160 (Figure 9.38) where the decoration is described as 'quite outstanding' and 'must have been one of the most time consuming methods of decorating a carriage clock'. This coupled with the high number of complications in the movement and dial would certainly place the current clock as one of the finest available at the time. The dial has a very faint retail signature which is now regrettably too faded to read although the word MEXICO can be made out. In addition to this the various functions of the clock are labelled in Spanish which would seem to confirm that present clock would have been supplied to a high-end retailer based in Mexico City.Condition Report: Movement appears complete, original and is generally in working condition although a clean and overhaul is advised. The strike function (hours and quarters) are fully operational however the quarters are currently out of phase with the minute hand (strikes for the half hour at the quarter hour etc.). The strike function lever to the base of the case silences the various functions as it should. The alarm will wind but is currently not being tripped (a click can be heard but the hammer still appears to be locked) hence will require adjustment. The moonphase and calendar functions appear to be working correctly.The main dial has a very slight hairline between the II and III numerals (only visible on very close examination) and rubbing to the retailer's signature. The alarm dial has a series of hairline cracks through the centre; the two calendar dials appear free from visible faults. The multi-coloured finished to the dial mast are in very fine condition as are the conforming finishes to the exterior of the case. The top glass has some chipping to its right hand edge otherwise glasses appear free from faults except for some light surface scratching to the left hand side.Clock has a winding key.  Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt carriage clock with multi-colour relief cast panels and push-button repeat Unsigned, Paris, circa 1880The eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and sounding the alarm on the same gong, the backplate stamped with serial number 2019 to lower left, the dial with circular cream enamel centre incorporating segmented radial Roman numerals, Arabic five minutes to outer track and fine scroll pierced and engraved gilt brass hands, inset into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief in the Renaissance style with gilt foliate sprays overlaid onto copper strapwork and an oxidised silver ground incorporating a pair of parcel silvered Heraldic lions flanking the enamel alarm setting dial to lower margin, the pillars variant case with acanthus cast ringed baluster centred hinged carrying handle over thick top glass and complex mouldings projecting at the angles, with slender free standing fluted corner columns incorporating silver highlighted acanthus motifs to the shafts and lobed capitals, the sides inset with a fine pair of panels decorated in relief with Renaissance martial trophies each centred with a silvered close helmet, on conforming complex two tier moulded base incorporating pad feet, 17cm (6.75ins) high. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The highly decorative panels of the current lot employ a series of differing techniques to gild, silver, copper and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast panels to bring the scenes alive. A small selection of examples employing this highly effective, rare and time consuming form of decoration are illustrated in in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS on pages 160-61 (Figures 9.37-39).Condition Report: Movement appars to be in original condition with no obvious signs of alteration or significant replacements. The going train is running however the mainspring of the strike train is broken hence clock is currently not striking. The strike train however will 'turn' suggesting that the wheelwork itself is undamaged. The alarm is operational. The movement generally is a little tarnished/discoloured hence would benefit from a gentle clean/service. The enamel chapter disc appears free from noticeable damage or restoration, the alarm disc has very light blemishes to the centre which are only visible on very close examination; these could be light scratches or just dirt.The gilding/patinated finishes to the dial mask and case are in exceptional condition with no discernible wear or discolouration. The front glass has a tiny corner chip to the lower left (only noticeable on close examination); the rear door glass has a larger chip to the upper right hand corner otherwise glasses appear free from damage.Clock does not have a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine French gilt brass carriage clock with multi-colour relief cast panels and push-button repeat Unsigned, Paris, circa 1880The eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with trademark G.B within a rectangle to the gong block and serial number 951 0 to lower left, the dial with circular white enamel centre with blued steel moon hands inset into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief and coloured in oxidised silver, copper and gilt with a Renaissance style Classical martial trophy, the frosted gilt brass anglaise case with baton centred geometric outline hinged handle over thick bevelled top glass, complex upper mouldings and fluted frieze, the angles with channelled uprights, the sides inset with figural scenes in copper, silver, grey and gilt of a 16th century male warrior wearing armour opposing robed female figure each standing within a landscape before a fortified town, the rear with similar scene of a hawkman to the pin-hinged door, 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.Condition Report: Movement is in working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements however the movement is dirty/oily so a gentle clean/service is advised. The dial appears free from visible damage. The panels are in fine condition with strong/bright colouring and no visible wear/discolouration. The front glass has chipping to all four corners (visible on closer examination) otherwise case is in fine condition with no visible wear or any notable blemishes to the gilding.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A French Louis Philippe boulle mantel clockSigned for Breguet, Paris, circa 1845The circular countwheel bell striking movement with recoil escapement regulated by disc bob pendulum incorporating Brocot type regulation to suspension, the backplate stamped BREGUET A PARIS, 329 to centre over further number 4 11 to lower margin, the rectangular blue on white Roman numeral enamel dial with blued steel pierced heart hands and inscribed Breguet a Paris to lower margin, the rectangular red shell veneered case with hinged gilt brass carrying handle to the engraved foliate scroll brass inlaid top centred with a bevel-glazed panel and with relief cast gilt edge moulding over front with rising glass within conforming brass and shell marquetry surround, the sides of serpentine outline and the rear with hinged door veneered in matching red shell, on stepped brass-edged skirt base with leaf cast gilt bun feet, 21.5cm (8.5ins) high. The Breguet family firm of clock and watchmakers was established by the highly important Swiss horologist Abraham Louis Breguet who was apprenticed at Versailles in 1762. In 1775 he set-up business at quai de l'Horloge in the Île de la Cité in Paris and became famous for the invention of innovative watch escapements including the tourbillon, automatic winding mechanisms, as well as an overcoil balance spring. Within ten years Breguet had commissions from the aristocratic families of France including one for a highly complicated watch for the French queen, Marie-Antoinette. In 1787 Abraham-Louis established a partnership with Xavier Gide, which lasted until 1791. During the revolutionary years Breguet was saved from the guillotine through his friendly association with the revolutionary leader Jean-Paul Marat, however he had to leave Paris returning to Switzerland before travelling to London. In 1795 he returned to Paris and three years later he was awarded an 'honorable distinction' - the highest award, for 'a free escapement with constant force, applicable to the improvement of both astronomical clocks and longitude clocks' at the 1798 'Exposition des produits de l'industrie française'. In around 1807 Breguet brought in his son, Antoine-Louis (who had previously been sent to London to study with the great English chronometer maker, John Arnold) as a business partner, and from this point the firm became known as 'Breguet et Fils'. The business subsequently grew from strength to strength, particularly in the field of marine chronometer development. When Abraham-Louis Breguet died in 1823 it was carried on by Louis-Antoine alone, and then after his subsequent retirement in 1833 under Abraham-Louis' grandson, Louis François Clément Breguet (1804-1883), before passing to his great-grandson, Louis Antoine (1851-1882), who was the last of the Breguet family to run the business. Condition Report: The movement is in working condition with no visible alterations or significant replacements. Although the movement will run and strike the mechanism is dirty hence a clean/service is required before putting use. The dial has a repaired chip and hairlines to the upper right and further hairlines to both lower corners. These is a scuff near the signature, repaired chipping around the winding holes and slight wear to the regulation square. The centre collet and pin are missing but the hands are secure. The case is generally in good condition but has two very small losses to the shell to the top and some filling to the shell around the brass inlay to the front bottom tier of the skirt. The rear door has a veneer crack, is slightly warped and has veneer repairs/slight losses to the lower rail beneath. Otherwise faults to the case are very much limited to minor bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and other minor blemishes commensurate with age and use.Clock is complete with pendulum and key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Victorian gilt brass horizontal table clock in the manner of Thomas Cole Unsigned, second quarter of the 19th centuryThe circular frosted gilt eight-day movement with the mainspring barrel and principle wheels of the going train positioned behind the backplate occupying the lower two thirds of the circle with four back-screwed pillars and applied shaped pivot plate, the upper section with oval sub-plate applied with vertical platform lever escapement with sprung bimetallic balance, the frontplate stamped with indistinct monogram, the 2 inch circular white enamel Roman numeral dial with Arabic five minutes to outer track and blued steel arrow hands set within fixed glazed moulded gilt bezel, the geometric case formed as an equilateral triangle with the D-shaped lobes to each of the sides with projecting top panel incorporating complex edge mouldings around applied oval Jasperware intaglio portraits to the curved sections alternating with ball finials to the apex of each of the triangle points between, the base with fine repeating leaf cast projection moulding over ball feet around a frosted glazed circular hinged bezel to underside, 14cm (5.5ins) wide. The current timepiece follows in the fashion for unusual and highly decorative timepieces made popular by Thomas Cole who starting producing finely finished and highly decorative timepieces in his highly distinctive style during the late 1840's. Thomas Cole's style was adopted by many other makers who, after Cole's untimely death of Typhoid fever in 1864, continued in his tradition to satisfy demand. The form of the case has its roots in Renaissance clock and watchmaking, in particular the latter years of the 16th century when unusual-shaped cases for watches and some horizontal table clocks became highly fashionable. The movement of the present timepiece is well made with finely finished plates, and the precision of the construction of the case together with particularly crisp mouldings indicates a quality approach of a highly skilled maker following in Cole's footsteps. 

A fine small early Victorian engraved gilt brass small calendar carriage timepiece with twin thermometers and compassSigned for Storr and Mortimer, London, circa 1835-38The four columnar pillar eight-day single chain fusee movement with Harrison's maintaining power and underslung English lever platform escapement regulated by three-arm monometallic balance incorporating cabochon endstone, the backplate with winding and setting squares labelled For the hands and To set day of month respectively and signed Storr & Mortimer, London to centre, the 1.625 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with fine foliate scroll engraved centre and blued steel moon hands set within a rectangular rococo scroll engraved gilt mask incorporating subsidiary silvered day-of-the week and date-of-the-month dials to lower margin behind a bevelled glass panel, the case with hinged foliate scroll and baton cast carrying handle over shallow raised rococo scroll engraved shaped top panel centred with a silvered compass engraved with the cardinal points and divided into sixteenths set beneath a bevelled glass, the angles with lobed button finials over plain frieze with twin crossover projections at each corner, the front with foliate scroll engraved surround to the glazed aperture flanked by projecting fluted columns, the sides with mercury tube thermometers with silvered scales annotated for FAHRENHEIT to the left and REAUMUR to the right set behind bevelled glasses within scroll engraved surrounds flanked by additional pairs of fluted columns, the rear with hinged rectangular door, on plain skirt base matching the frieze and generous stepped block feet 11.5cm (4.5ins) high excluding handle. The firm of Storr and Mortimer can trace its roots back to the celebrated silversmith Paul Storr who was joined in partnership by John Mortimer in 1822. The business traded from 13 New Bond Street and specialised in the retail of silverwares, jewellery, watches and clocks. In 1839 Storr and Mortimer relocated 156 New Bond Street with Paul Storr retiring very shortly afterwards. The firm continued under the management of John Mortimer and Samuel John Hunt (who joined the business in 1826) trading under the name Mortimer and Hunt; which was then in-turn subsequently succeeded by the partnership of Hunt and Roskell (with Robert Roskell probably joining the business around the time of John Mortimer's retirement in 1843). Hunt and Roskell exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition with their wares including a selection of small engraved gilt timepieces by Thomas Cole whose work they were known to have retailed. Hunt and Roskell continued as one of the leading retail jewellers and silversmiths throughout the Victorian era becoming a Limited Company in 1898. They relocated to 25 Old Bond Street in 1912 from where they traded until being bought-out by J.W. Benson in 1965. The strong architectural form of the current lot coupled with the lavish use of fine engraved decoration is typical of the best quality clocks made during the High Victorian period. Although small clock executed in this style were made particularly popular by Thomas Cole many of the other leading horological workshops such as Dent, Frodsham and McCabe produced small highly decorative timepieces from around 1830. The present timepiece benefits from having a well specified high quality movement incorporating a chain fusee with Harrison's maintaining power which would suggest that it was made in one of the leading workshops on behalf of Storr and Mortimer. Similar examples are illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and Other Travelling CLOCKS with the first on page 278 (Fig. 18-15) being of closely related case design but lacking the compass and thermometers; and the second being of broadly similar but plainer design but also signed for Storr and Mortimer is illustrated on page 346 (Fig. 24-1).  Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean condition with no visible alterations or replacements. The mechanism will run but only for around 3-4 seconds before stopping which suggests that the movement is in sound condition but requires a gentle clean/service. The calendar work is intact and appears to be in working order however we are unable to fully test it as do not have a key small enough for the setting square. The dial is in good condition, the calendar subsidiaries have very slight discolouration (when compared with the principal dial). The case is in good original condition with relatively minor gilt wear to edges. The right hand front foot has rubbing to the side and the base is lacking two of the eight nuts that hold the case together and two others are modern replacements. The silvered scales to both of the thermometers are heavily discoloured but are undamaged; the compass is also discoloured but to a lesser extent. The gilding to the back door is a little rubbed and the upper pin hinge has had a new pin. Faults to the timepiece are otherwise limited to very minor age related blemishes and the glasses appear free from visible damage.Timepiece does not have a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine Victorian engraved gilt brass mantel clock in the style of Thomas ColeUnsigned but probably by Edward Winter Robins, London, mid 19th centuryThe eight-day five columnar pillar twin going-barrel gong-striking movement with oval plates truncated at the apex to allow for the horizontally planted gilt platform lever escapement regulated by sprung three-arm monometallic balance, the backplate applied with coiled gong and hammer complete with sprung stop, the 4 inch wide silvered brass oval Roman numeral dial with fine naturalistic leafy spray engraved and line-hatched centre within narrow chapter ring with Gothic style numerals, with unusual speared crescent blued steel hands beneath leafy trail upper border set within overlaid hatched ground foliate scroll engraved and pierced gilt brass mask opposing pierced interloped scrolling trails to the lower margin, with thick bevelled glass secured by foliate trail decorated bezel, the oval case further decorated with leafy scrolls onto a line-hatched ground to circumference and the rear with panel finely engraved with an equestrian stag hunt within intense flowering foliage and incorporating shutters for winding, Set Hands and Slow Fast, the whole supported within an abstracted pierced scroll outline strap frame surround incorporating carrying loop to the top and decorated throughout with conforming leafy designs, mounted on an elaborate plinth with further decoration to the recessed panel cavetto mouldings over bevel-glazed overlaid section to front flanked by stylised geometric scroll projections to angles, the sides with further recessed panels over leafy trail decorated ogee base, and the rear with engraved scene of two shire horses with a plough over pad feet, (the case numbered 2895 to the lower edge behind the front bezel), 33cm (13ins) high. The current lot can be compared to a timepiece of related design signed by Edward Winter Robins and numbered 2878 which was sold at Sotheby's, London Important Watches, clocks, Barometers, Mechanical Music and Scientific Instruments, 26th February 1998 (lot 223) for £4,600. In addition to them sharing strong stylistic similarities this other timepiece and the current lot also have similar serial numbers (2878 and 2895) hence it would be reasonable to suggest that they both originated from the same workshop around the same time. Edward Winter Robins was registered as a manufacturer at 4 Red Lion Street, Clerkenwell and as a watchmaker at 28 Queens Road, Bayswater in 1857; and then at other addresses until 1859. His work followed very much in the style of Thomas Cole and is discussed in Jenkins, J.B. Thomas Cole & Victorian Clockmaking pages 29 and 168-69.  

A fine Regency brass inlaid rosewood bracket clock with trip-hour repeat and fired enamel dialJohn Peterkin, London, circa 1825The five pillar twin fusee bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum and backplate engraved with a leafy trail border signed John Peterkin, LONDON to centre and applied with pendulum holdfast behind a vertically planted bell, the 5.25 inch circular fired white enamel Roman numeral dial further signed John Peterkin, LONDON to centre and with gilt brass moon hands set within fine engine-turned gilt mask incorporating guilloche band bordering the circumference of the enamel, the 'chamfer top' case with stylised gilt acorn finial applied to a block over shallow gabled superstructure incorporating brass strung raised batons to the ridges and line bordered front panel over shallow cavetto cornice with fluted frieze, the front with full-width square glazed door inset with an angled gilt brass fillet to interior and inlaid with line borders interrupted by rosettes flanked by brass inset canted angles, over apron frieze inlaid with symmetrical scrollwork within a line border, the sides with gilt foliate ring handles over rectangular brass fish scale grille sound frets and the rear with rectangular glazed door set within the frame of the case, on brass ogee moulded skirt base incorporating further inlaid scrollwork to front over ball feet 40cm (15.75ins) high. John Peterkin is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in London circa 1811-40. From his surviving work it would appear that John Peterkin was primarily a watchmaker with many of his watches signed along with the address '25 Cleveland Street, London'. The current lot is notable in having a fired enamel dial within a fine engine-turned gilt mask. The case is also of particularly pleasing proportions and nicely detailed, and can be closely compared to an example housing a movement and dial by John Denne illustrated in Barder, Richard The Georgian Bracket Clock 1714-1830 on page 204 (Plate VI/45).Condition Report: The movement appears complete and all original with no evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The mechanism will run and strike however it is a little dirty/discoloured hence a gentle clean/service is advised. The dial has a very light small hairline crack beyond the minute track at 12 o'clock (can only be seen on close examination) and there is some slight chipping behind the hour hand centre (only slightly visible face-on) otherwise enamel appears undamaged. The gilt mask is in good condition with one small circular blemish beneath the VI numeral (mostly covered when door is closed).The case is generally in good original condition with no losses or lifting to the brass inlay. The right hand side has a small length (approx. 1.25 ins long) of cock-bead type moulding missing from the waist; all the other lengths of this moulding (around the waist of the case) are older replacements except for one short length (applied to rear right) which includes a length of brass stringing. The rear door has a small veneer chip to the upper left hand corner (where it overlaps the frame). The rear left hand cornice moulding has a small historic scarf repair. The rear of the case is generally faded otherwise faults are very much limited to minor bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and other age related blemishes.Clock has pendulum, (original) winder and a case key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine Victorian mahogany longcase regulatorThwaites and Reed, London, No. 16399 late 19th century The substantial five double-screwed baluster pillar movement with thick plates measuring 10 by 6.75 inches enclosing four-wheel train with high pinion counts and six spoke crossings to the finely cut wheels, with Harrison's maintaining power and deadbeat escapement incorporating jewelled pallets regulated by steel-rod mercury jar pendulum suspended from a brass bracket secured to the case backboard and with graduated rating nut at the base with silvered beat scale beneath, the 12 inch circular silvered brass dial with subsidiary seconds over Roman numeral hour dials and signed THWAITES & REED, LONDON 16399 to centre within outer Arabic minute track and canted silvered bezel, the movement and dial supported on a substantial seatboard within the arched mahogany case with curved inspection hatch to the apex of the top and double locks to the full width bevel-glazed door enclosing fine foliate scroll carved and pierced apron beneath the dial and to the lower margin, on plinth base inset with a flame figured rectangular panel over moulded skirt and squab feet, 185cm (73ins) high. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire; purchased at Bonhams, New Bond Street, sale of Fine Clocks 15th December 2009 (lot 72) for £7,200. The partnership between John Thwaites and George Jeremiah Reed is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as being formed in 1808. John Thwaites was the son of Ainsworth Thwaites who was apprenticed in 1735 and worked from Rosoman Row, Clerkenwell, London 1751-80. He was an accomplished maker who supplied the clock for the tower at the Horse Guards Parade. John Thwaites was born in 1757 and took over the business presumably on the death of his father in 1780 before moving to Bowling Green Lane. The firm became well known for supplying all forms of clocks and movements either wholesale for others to retail, or signed by themselves. The partnership continued under John Thwaite's leadership from several addresses in London until his death in 1842. The business has subsequently passed through a series of successors and is still trading today from Rottingdean near Brighton. Condition Report: Movement is in good relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial has a few very small spots of discolouration otherwise is in fine condition with good clean silvering. The case is generally in very good original condition. Both the carved aprons to the interior (beneath the dial and at the foot of the door have had the finish cleaned back in preparation for re-polishing (probably just to 'freshen' them up), the work has not been completed hence they require a little more further cleaning back and repolishing. Otherwise faults to the case are very much limited to some very light shrinkage (minimal for a case of this age and type) and a few minor bumps and scuffs.Timepiece is complete with mercury jar pendulum (in good original condition), weight, winder and two case keys. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A fine rare George IV brass mounted mahogany table regulatorBarwise, London, circa 1825The four swollen columnar pillar single chain fusee movement with inverted pear-shaped plates, Harrison's maintaining power and delicate pin-wheel escapement incorporating adjustable pallets regulated by heavy disc bob half-seconds pendulum with fine beat adjustment to crutch and suspension bar bridging the movement plates, the frontplate stamped with serial number 738 to the lower margin and the rear signed Barwise, London over the pendulum holdfast screw bracket, the 6 inch circular silvered dial with subsidiary seconds over Roman numeral hour dials and inscribed Barwise, London to centre within outer minute track incorporating Arabic five minutes, with blued steel hands and milled surround set behind a hinged convex-glazed cast brass bezel, the arch-top case with five generous canted brass-fillet edged glazed panels evenly positioned within the curvature of the top and sides of the upper section and fine ebony strung borders around the dial to the front, the tall plinth base section with crisply cut ebonised upper mouldings over brass-fillet edged glazed panel incorporating concealed spring catch and pin hinges to allow access to the pendulum behind and with cockbeaded surround, the sides with fine flame figured veneers and the rear with arched door set within the frame of the case incorporating glazed aperture positioned behind the movement, on moulded skirt with brass bell-shaped feet, 41cm (16.25ins) high.The life of John Barwise and his family are outlined by A.D. Stewart in his article Barwise & Sons: Watchmakers to the King. A brief history of family and firm published in the March 2014 issue of ANTIQUARIAN HOROLOGY (Vol IIIV No. 1 pages 621-34). Stewart notes that John Barwise was born into a clockmaking family in Cockermouth, Cumberland in around 1756. By 1780 he had moved to London where he opened a watch retailing business. Ten years later he married Elizabeth Weston with his address being recorded as 29 St. Martin's Lane where he remained until his death in 1820. Of their eleven children two (possibly three) died in infancy and two, John II (born 1795) and Weston (born 1793), subsequently joined their father in the family business. In 1800, such was his success, John Barwise I purchased a second house in Dulwich.In 1805 John Barwise I was one of the fifteen watchmakers appointed by The Board of Longitude to adjudicate in the dispute between John Arnold and Thomas Earnshaw regarding 'the respective merits of their chronometers'. On the 14th February 1811 Barwise was the victim of five highwayman who relieved him of a 'gold watch, greatcoat, and a guinea-and-a-half in cash' whilst en-route from Camberwell to Dulwich. This unfortunate occurrence may well have tempered Barwise's enthusiasm for his house in Dulwich as records indicate it was rented out to tenants by 1813. In around 1816 his sons, John II (who had just turned 21) and Weston, joined him in partnership with the business then becoming 'Barwise & Sons'. Shortly afterwards (probably in 1820) the firm obtained the Royal Warrant as watchmakers to King George IV.John Barwise senior died in 1820; by this time he was a wealthy man leaving two properties and substantial investments to his widow and children. The business was continued by Weston and John II in partnership, however this only lasted six years as Weston died in 1826 leaving the business in the hands of John II alone. It was at this time that John II married and moved from the family home at St. Martin's Lane to nearby 42 Craven Street; and then in 1840 to a spacious residence called East Lodge, near Acton which at that time was in open countryside. At around the same time John Barwise II entered into an alliance with the highly inventive Scottish Clockmaker Alexander Bain who was in the process of developing the first electric timepiece. Barwise and Bain subsequently filed a patent (No. 8743) for an 'Electro-Magnetic Clock' which was granted in January 1841; an example of which was then subsequently exhibited at the Royal Polytechnic Institution shortly afterwards.In 1842 John Barwise II was approached by Pierre Frederic Ingold (1787-1878) to assist in the creation of a watch factory which, by employing newly invented machinery, would be able to mass produce high quality watches at a much smaller cost than the prevalent hand-built movements available at the time. Barwise, along with Thomas Earnshaw junior, subsequently became managing directors of the newly established 'British Watch and Clockmaking Company'. The factory was established at 75 Dean Street but only lasted two years before closing due to financial difficulties mostly brought-about by poor reputation fuelled by pressure from rival watch component makers to whose livelihoods the factory posed a great risk. It would appear that John Barwise II had invested most of his personal wealth in the venture as he was declared bankrupt in 1846. With this he lost his house, East Lodge near Acton, but still managed to keep the business afloat - perhaps mainly due to the generosity of his father-in-law, Charles Baumer, who provided the family with a house at 7 Queen's Row, Camberwell rent free presumably until Barwise was back on his feet.In 1853 another former business Barwise partner the Calcutta retail Jeweller Robert John Lattey returned to London and became founder and auditor of the 'London & Eastern Banking Corporation'. With the resources of the Bank behind him Lattey (trading as Lattey and Company) took-on Barwise's debt and became owner of the business. It was at this point that John Barwise II stepped back from the firm with the overall management passing to the to the Swiss watchmaker, Jules Rochat who had joined the business in 1847. Unfortunately the situation did not improve under Rochat's tenureship as it subsequently transpired that the funds used to purchase the business were illicitly acquired, and in 1857 the London & Eastern Banking Corporation collapsed.After the 1857 liqudation of Lattey and Company the firm was acquired by the jeweller and Goldsmith Douglas Guillaume Cave and continued, again under Jules Rochat's management, until 1869 when bankruptcy again forced the company to change hands. The firm was subsequently continued under the Barwise name in the hands of several different owners up until 1988 with their last known address being 153 Fenchurch Street. Of John Barwise II, he is recorded in the 1861 census as being a 'chronometer maker out of business' and presumably still resided at 7 Queen's Row, Camberwell until his death in 1869.To read more, please refer to the full lot description in the page turning catalogue via the link here. Condition Report: Condition reports for this lot are available from the Clocks Department upon request (clocks@dreweatts.com). Condition Report Disclaimer

A Victorian mahogany striking table regulator previously fitted with a spring detent escapementDalgety, Deptford, circa 1850The five Pillar twin fusee gong striking movement with Harrison's maintaining power and tapered plates now with half deadbeat escapement regulated by half seconds cylindrical bob pendulum, the 9 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds over Roman numeral hour dials and inscribed Dalgety, Deptford to centre within outer Arabic minute track, with blued steel hands within canted brass bezel, the arched case with full-height glazed front door enclosing fine scroll carved and pierced apron beneath dial over silvered beat scale inscribed CHRONOMETER, the rear with circular glazed lift-out panel, on cavetto moulded skirt base with outswept block feet, 48cm (19ins) high; with original carved mahogany wall bracket with moulded platform over elaborate strapwork scroll pierced bracket support applied to a cavetto moulded back panel, the clock and wall bracket 95cm (37.5ins) high overall.  Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire; purchased at Bonhams, New Bond Street, sale of Fine Clocks 15th December 2009 (lot 60) for £2,880.  Alexander Dalgety is recorded in Loomes, Brian Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, Volume 2 as working in Deptford circa 1847. Evidence in the backplate and the pendulum (in the form of a jewelled pallet applied to the rod) of the current lot would suggest that the movement was originally made with a rare form of detached detent pendulum escapement perhaps similar to that seen on a skeleton clock illustrated in Royer-Collard, F.B. SKELETON CLOCKS on page 29 (figure 2-16). Condition Report: As catalogued the movement was originally fitted with a spring-detent 'chronometer' type escapement planted on the rear of the backplate for regulation by the pendulum which still retains one of the detents that would have been required as part of the pendulum rod. The movement now has a deadbeat escapement with the escapewheel positioned between the plates with a cock for the front pivot. Consequently the backcock is a later addition as is the hole for the pallet arbor to pass through the backplate and there are numerous vacant holes left-over from the previous arrangement. In contrast the frontplate appears free of any spare holes or evidence of alteration except for a hole relating to the re-positioning of the fly arbor and one now serving as the pallet arbor front pivot. In its present state the movement is fully operational and keeps reasonably good time; the pendulum would have most likely incorporated a glass mercury jar which has now been replaced with a steel cylinder; the shaft has also been drilled for a holdfast screw which is no longer present.The dial has some slight scratching around the winding holes as well as few spots of discolouration otherwise is in good original condition with nice mellow colour to the silvering. The case is generally in good original condition with only minor veneer shrinkage cracking. The glazed circular rear cover is held in the case by turn catches - the cover has slight warping to the frame and overall wear/losses to the veneer overlap (to the circumference). Internally the fret beneath the dial has at some point snapped and has been re-glued (leaving residue), a simple clean/polish is al that is required to the apron to bring it back to fine visual condition. Otherwise case generally is in fine original condition with only a few minor bumps, scuffs and other very slight blemishes commensurate with age and use. The bracket has a filled slot to the centre of the table otherwise appears to be in sound original condition.Clock has pendulum, winder but no case key. Condition Report Disclaimer

An inlaid mahogany mantel timepieceThe movement and dial by Barraud and Lunds, London, mid 19th centuryThe circular four pillar single chain fusee movement with Harrison's maintaining power and anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum incorporating pivoted beam rise/fall regulation to suspension, the backplate with pendulum holdfast and signed Barraud & Lund, 49 Cornhill, London to centre, the 4.5inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with thistle engraved centre repeat signed BARRAUD & LUND over LONDON to margins and with regulation square at twelve o'clock, with blued steel fleur-de-lys hands set within engine-turned surround behind hinged bevel-glazed bezel, now in a rectangular mahogany veneered case with thick rectangular bevel-glazed top panel set within line strung borders over dial to front and conforming side panels, the rear with lift out panel, on tall line-bordered skirt base incorporating ogee top moulding and gilt brass ball feet, 32.5cm (12.75ins) high. Paul Phillip Barraud (born 1752) worked with his father at first until his death in 1795 after which Barraud turned his attention more towards chronometers. Using the valuable experience gained whilst working on Mudge's timekeepers with W. Howells and G. Jamieson to good effect, he became very successful. After his death in 1820 the business was continued by his sons taking John Richard Lund, a former apprentice of John Pennington (who developed the auxiliary compensation balance weight to correct for middle temperature changes), into partnership in 1838. The firm of Barraud and Lunds became particularly well known for their marine chronometers, fine quality watches, carriage and mantel/bracket clocks and were based at 49 Cornhill, London until 1863.Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial is in fine condition with no visible faults. The movement securing brackets appear to be replacements (different colour brass) and the design of the case suggests that it is Continental rather than English hence is almost certainly not original to the movement and dial however the movement sits well in the case and overall it is an attractive combination.The case is generally in fine condition with faults limited to veneer patch repairs to the upper left hand margin of the front, the leading edge of the base to the left hand side and the frame surrounding the rear lift-out panel. The front right hand corner of the base top moulding has also been repaired. Timepiece has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Victorian two-day marine chronometerThomas S. Cogdon, London, circa 1880 and laterThe four pillar full-plate single chain fusee movement with spotted plates, Harrison's maintaining power and Earnshaw type spring detent escapement regulated by split bimetallic balance with circular timing weights and helical balance spring with faceted diamond endstone, the rear of the dial plate stamped 5416, the 3.5 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with gilt spade hands, subsidiary seconds and power reserve dials, and inscribed THO'S S. COGDON, Dalston, London, No., 5146 to centre, set in a lacquered brass bowl with screw-down bezel mounted within pivoted gimbals with locking screw, now in a later mahogany two tier box with glazed panel to top, (balance staff top pivot broken), 18cm (7.125ins) wide. A Thomas Samuel Cogdon and Son are recorded in Loomes, Brian Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, Volume 2 as working in London circa 1881. Condition Report: The balance staff rear pivot is broken hence the movement is not currently in working condition, however the mechanism appears to be in clean condition with no other visible defects. The dial is in good condition only having very light discolouration in places. The movement retains its original brass bowl and bezel which are also in good clean condition. The gimbal assembly may also be original but the box appears to be a 20th century replacement showing no evidence of having a top tier. The box is generally in fine clean condition but has plugged holes to the front most likely from a name/number plate and an external catch which are no longer present.Timepiece is complete with tipsy winder and a case key. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A Victorian brass inlaid rosewood two-day marine chronometerHennessy, Swansea, circa 1875The four pillar full-plate single chain fusee movement with spotted plates, Harrison's maintaining power and Earnshaw type spring detent escapement regulated by split bimetallic balance with circular timing weights and helical balance spring, the frontplate stamped with serial number 1375, the 4 inch circular silvered Roman numeral dial with gold spade steel hands, subsidiary seconds engraved with an anchor, power reserve dial, and inscribed HENNESSY, Maker to the Admiralty, SWANSEA, No. 1375 to centre, set in a lacquered brass bowl with screw-down bezel mounted within pivoted gimbals with locking screw, the rosewood three-tier case with brass shield nameplate engraved J.O.D. Maggie within double-line borders to top, over conforming front with push-button clasp for the top tier above circular inset ivory panel inscribed HENNESSY, 5 Wind St., SWANSEA to the middle tier and with inset brass key escutcheon over further disc engraved 1375 to the bottom tier, the sides with recessed brass carrying handles and conforming brass bound edges, 18cm (7ins) wide. Bernard Hennessey is recorded in Peate, Iowerth C. CLOCK AND WATCH MAKERS IN WALES as working from 5 Wind Street, Swansea 1841-75. He was a noted Nautical Instrument-maker, specialising in chronometers and marine barometers, including sympiesometers. Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible alteration or obvious replacements. There are a few spots of discolouration to the brass hence a gentle clean and service may be advisable. The dial has overall light patchy discolouration/tarnishing to the silvering otherwise appears to be in fine condition. The brass bowl and gimbal assembly appears all-original and has old dark bronze coloured lacquer finish which is now fairly heavily worn. The silvered canted insert to the glazed bezel also has some discolouration/degradation where it meets the glass. The case appears to be in sound original condition. The leading edge of the top has been repaired by inserting a new quarter-round profile along the full width; the adjacent (ie. outer) brass strings are consequently missing from the leading edge of the top and front. There is also a small loss of stringing to the left corner front of the top tier otherwise all brass inlay appears to be intact and with minimal lifting. Faults to the case are otherwise generally very much limited to minor shrinkage, bumps, scuffs and wear commensurate with age and use with the finish having and overall slightly faded appearance.Instrument retains its original tipsy winder but has no case key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A George III forged iron and steel weight-driven spit roasting jackAnonymous, southern England, third quarter of the 18th centuryThe three wheel train with concealed winding clicks to the greatwheel arbor beneath fine baluster turned first and second wheel arbors with the latter driving a vertical worm gear for the fly, the frame with elaborate C-scroll forged iron frontplate incorporating stylised hogs mask motif applied with the worm gear lower potance behind, fixed via two ogee-moulded nuts to the top and lower bars riveted to conforming vertical bar and pair of hoops terminated with drilled pads for wall mounting at the rear, with later fly forged with three serpentine-shaped arms and a winding key (no weight), now mounted on an shaped oak wall panel, the frontplate 35cm (13.75ins) high. Comparable jacks to the current lot are discussed in Gentle, Rupert and Feild, Belinda DOMESTIC METALWORK 1640-1820 pages 247-49.The gearing of the current lot is around four times higher than that of the previous lot (a comparable two-wheel jack) hence the mechanism would run for a much longer period between winds. However in order to maintain comparable output torque a much heavier weight would be required.I would like to thank Tony Weston for his assistance with the cataloguing of the current and previous lots. 

A very rare German Renaissance four-train double-hour and quarter-striking table clock movementUnsigned, probably Augsburg or Nuremburg, circa 1575The iron, steel and brass posted quadruple-chain fusee movement with square section corner uprights enclosing going train with verge escapement now regulated by a foliot oscillating above the top plate, set to the right beside the quarter-striking train which in-turn is positioned in front of the two side-by-side hour-striking trains behind, each originally with locking plates to the rear pivot plates (now lacking) and vertically pivoted hammer arbors, the wheelwork entirely of iron except for the spring barrel walls and fusee and each of the trains set between individual pairs of vertical pivot plates, the quarter train with nag's head release via a starwheel to the going centre arbor and countwheel set behind the dial incorporating trip for the first hour striking train, the second hour train originally tripped by the first via detents set to the rear of the movement (now lacking), the front with rectangular gilt brass dial applied with later vestigial alarm disc and Roman numeral chapter ring incorporating cruciform hour markers, with sculpted steel hands formed as a sword and halberd within applied original outer minute track set within fruit inhabited foliate scroll engraved surround incorporating inverted cupola pendant apron panel, the rear with twin side-by-side hour striking dials (one lacking annotated countwheel dial insert) applied to a conforming foliate strapwork engraved panel, distance between top and bottom plates 20cm (7.875ins); 38cm (15ins) high overall including the two-tier bell stand. Provenance: Property of a private collector; purchased at Bonhams and Goodman sale of the The Melbourne Clock Museum, 29th April 2008. When considering the potential date of the current lot a cursory survey of dated German Renaissance table clock movements made during the second half of the 16th century reveals that the use of brass within the mechanism became more widespread as the century progressed. Initially brass was employed just for the fusees and spring barrel walls, then also for the movement pivot plates, and finally (by around 1600-20) for the wheelwork as well. With this in mind the current movement (using brass only for the fusees and spring barrel walls) can be dated to around 1575. This approximate date is also supported by the lack of warning to the striking mechanism as this was not generally adopted until around 1600. In addition to this the engraved decoration to the dial panels exhibits a mixture of naturalistic leafy foliate scrolls and formal strapwork into a matted ground which can be compared to the background decoration seen on a complex astrolabe-dialled table clock dated 1568 attributed to Jeremias Metzger for Casper Bohemus of Vienna in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (illustrated in Maurice, Klaus and Myer, Otto THE CLOCKWORK UNIVERSE, German Clocks and Automata 1550-1650 on page 185).The unusual specification of the striking mechanism, where the full-hour is repeated shortly after the initial sounding, is believed to have been adopted to confirm the hour in the event that the strike was misheard the first time around. This repeat-hour striking system is most often associated with Italian clocks using the six-hour system where it is given the term 'Ribotta'. In German Renaissance work however re-striking hours are particularly rare although not unheard of; indeed a clock utilising this system, albeit in a two train configuration, was sold at Patrizzi and Company's sale of Pre-pendulum European Renaissance Clocks held in Milan on the 24th May 2009, lot 56. The present mechanism is very unusual, perhaps unique, in that the repeat-hour employs and entirely separate second hour train complete with additional fusee. This results in the movement being 'quadruple' fusee and it is believed to be the only one of its type.Condition Report: The going train has at one time been converted to verge escapement regulated by short pendulum and has subsequently been converted back to verge with balance although regulation is now erroneously by foliot rather than balance. The second wheel is also brass (most likely left over from the pendulum conversion). The brass spring barrel wall has now been soldered to the iron/steel end plate and there is also a solder angle patch repair near the spring anchor rivet. The quarter train survives complete and appears all-original except possibly for the brass fusee which may be a replacement (colour has a copper hue). The star wheel release to the strike train is present as are the detents and countwheel.The first hour striking train (rear left) appears complete and original except for the release detent and the countwheel which are both missing; the starwheel/release pin to the under-dial motionwork id also missing. The second striking train also appears complete and original except for the release detent and the countwheel which are both missing; the hammer is also missing (vertical arbor is present) and the brass fusee may be a replacement (colour has a slightly copper hue).All four trains will turn and it seems that some careful conservation such as cleaning of pivots etc has taken place within the relatively recent past. The alarm mechanism is entirely missing leaving holes in the movement top plate, there are a few other vacant holes present relating to the previous balance and pendulum escapements as well as the case which is no longer present.The dial plate has replaced alarm disc (now fixed tight with rivets) and chapter ring - these would appear to date to somewhere between 1670 and 1740 hence are probably contemporary with the earlier pendulum conversion of the going train. The rest of the plate is original however has some small spare holes including one beyond the minute track between the IX and X numerals and another to the centre just above the apron; the purpose of these holes in not clear. The hands are probably late 19th century. The rear plate is missing one of its hour counting dials, the other appears to be a fairly early replacement made from copper. Otherwise plate is original but is missing a small length of the raised border around the left hand dial has a spare hole above each dial and a third to the centre just above the apron. Both dials are secured by modern screws.The movement has a forged two-tier bel stand but no bells or winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A French Louis XIV gilt brass mounted Boulle bracket clockEtienne Le Noir, Paris, early 18th centuryThe rectangular five baluster pillar movement pinned at the rear, with large spring barrels and verge escapement regulated by half seconds disc bob pendulum with silk suspension, the backplate with large diameter external countwheel for sounding the hour and once at the half hour on a bell mounted within the superstructure of the case over engraved signature Estienne Le Noir A Paris to the lower margin, the 8.5 inch circular twelve-piece cartouche numeral dial with centre incorporating scroll cast decoration and an portrait bust of Louis XVI over a crown within chapter ring with enamel Roman hour numerals and rococo scroll cast borders and every minute numbered to outer track, with sculpted blued steel hands, the engraved cut brass and brown stained shell marquetry veneered case with cast winged putto surmount and gilt flambeau urn finials applied to the ogee shaped upstand veneered with figural scrollwork and with acanthus corner mounts over contra-parti frieze emerging from the sides of the gilt architectural moulded break-arch cornice, the front with heavy cast break-arch glazed hinged bezel enclosing scroll cast apron mount centred with a spread-eagle over enamel nameplate Estienne, Le Noir, AParis within floral trail and panel inlaid surround, the canted front angles applied with fine scroll-cast mounts incorporating musical trophies and the angled sides with brass bordered rectangular windows and further conforming mounts to rear over swollen marquetry decorated lower sections, the base with generous gilt brass scrolls flanking shaped apron centred with a female mask, on leaf cast bun feet, 81cm (32ins) high. Two generations of clockmaker with the name Etienne LeNoir were working at the time the current lot was made. Etienne LeNoir I was born in 1675 and died in 1739, whilst his son was born in 1699 and became a Master in 1717. Etienne LeNoir II was subsequently joined in partnership by his son Pierre-Etienne (born in 1724) after he became a Master in 1743 which lasted until around 1778 when Etienne II died.Condition Report: Movement is in fine clean fully working condition having been recently serviced. The escapement appears to be a very well executed restoration as evidence in the form of a filled-in slot to the centre of the top of the backplate would suggest that it had been previously converted to anchor/recoil at some point in the past. The dial has hairline cracks to the XI and III cartouche numerals as well as the signature plaque (all visible only on closer examination), otherwise faults to the numerals are limited to a few very light blemishes. The case is generally in good condition for a Boulle case of this type with some slight lifting and some historic localised replacements to the brass in places. The mounts are all present and in good condition. Clock has pendulum, case key and a winding key.Dimensions at the base 43cm (17ins) wide; 15cm (6ins) deep at the feet (18cm, 7ins deep including from mount). Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A fine French Louis XV gilt brass mounted small Boulle bracket timepiece with silent pull quarter-repeatAntoine Thiout, Paris, mid 18th centuryThe eight-day movement with tapered plates incorporating concave lower angles united by four angular baluster pillars pinned through the backplate signed Thiout AParis to lower margin, the silent pull repeat mechanism sounding on a bell mounted within the superstructure of the case, the 5.5 inch circular thirteen-piece cartouche numeral dial with convex white enamel centre within chapter ring with blue-on-white Roman hour numerals within rococo borders and Arabic five minutes to outer track, with sculpted blued steel hands the engraved cut brass and brown shell marquetry decorated case with seated putto surmount to the concave-sided superstructure veneered with leafy scroll decoration and applied with foliate mounts to angles over generous leaf cast arched cornice, the front with brass-framed arched glazed door enclosing marquetry decorated floor and back panel to interior and incorporating cast panel featuring an eagle grappling a serpent to apron, the surround decorated with leafy scrolls within line border, the sides with recessed arched windows within leaf cast surrounds over hipped swollen base sections, on feet cast as dragons with foliate apron between, 49.5cm (19.5ins) high.  Antoine Thiout is recorded in Baillie, G. H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as a 'very famous maker' born in 1692, appointed Jure in 1743 and dying in 1767. He is perhaps best known for his 1741 publication Traite d'horlogerie which is generally considered as one of the classic horological works of 18th century. Amongst his patrons were the duc d'Orleans and the Dowager Queen of Spain; examples of his work reside in many important European collections including a bracket clock in the Garde Meuble, Paris.Condition Report: Movement has been converted from verge escapement to anchor and the going train will run. The wheelwork of the repeat train is complete however the rack-pull lever is lacking (snail and starwheel are present). The spring box is intact and the train will run through. One of the two vertical hammer arbors are lacking as are both the hammer arms. The dial has hairline crack across the enamel disc centre and the I, IIII and VI cartouche numerals have small edge chips; the rear is lacking a securing latch otherwise dial is in good original condition albeit a little tarnished/discoloured and with finely worked hands.The case is in fine condition with faults limited to some light blooming to the shell veneers in places and some patchy tarnishing to some of the brass marquetry.Clock has a case key but no pendulum or winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A William III provincial longcase clock movement with 11 inch dialE. Bernard, Southampton, circa 1695The five finned pillar two train 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 an applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised sword hilt half hour markers, Arabic five minutes to outer track and signed E. Bernard, Southampton to lower margin, with scroll-pierced pierced blued steel hands and winged cherub and foliate cast spandrels to angles incorporating leafy scroll engraved decoration to the dial plate between, now in an oak case with complex moulded cornice and geometric parquetry band to frieze over three-quarter columns applied to the hinged glazed dial aperture and rectangular side windows to hood, over conforming complex moulded throat and parquetry-banded rectangular caddy moulded door to trunk, on parquetry decorated recessed panel fronted plinth base with moulded skirt, 190.5cm (75ins) high. An Elias Bernard is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as working in Southampton in around 1700. The movement of the current lot is well made with relatively tall plates and nicely detailed ring turning to the knops of the pillars. From this it would be reasonable to suggest that the maker was most likely London-trained.Condition Report: Movement is in working condition and appears all-original with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The mechanism is dirty and there is evidence of moderate pinion wear (as well as punch-stamp closing to some of the pivots) hence a gentle clean and service is required. There is a vacant spare hole to the upper edge of the backplate which is most likely from a movement securing bracket (for steadying the clock when it was in its original case). The dial is generally in sound condition although at some point it has been polished hence the matting is a little soft and there are also some slight blemishes (scuffs and slight ripples to the casting). The silvering is a little rubbed and the hands appear to be well made replacements. The screws securing the spandrels are modern replacements.As catalogued the case is not the original one for the movement and dial but may have been purpose made for it at a later date (during the 18th century). The top board to the hood has been replaced, the trunk door has a slight warp and the box base would appear to have been reduced (with the parquetry largely re-laid to match that of the door) otherwise case is in sound original condition albeit with bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and historic repairs commensurate with age and use.Clock has pendulum, two weights, case key and a winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A George II parquetry inlaid oak eight-day longcase clockJohn Seddon, Frodsham, circa 1740The four finned pillar inside countwheel bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 12.5 inch square brass dial with ringed winding holes, calendar aperture and subsidiary seconds dial to the matted centre decorated with an engraved concentric herringbone band and signed John Seddon, Frodsham to a decorative panel above the calendar, within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with elaborate foliate half hour markers and arcaded minute ring with Arabic five minutes to outer track, with scroll pierced steel hands and mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles, the case with ogee caddy over generous double-ogee cornice, fretwork frieze and hinged glazed dial aperture applied with three-quarter columns to angles, the sides with break-arch windows over concave throat moulding and shaped 'Dutch gable' shaped top crossbanded trunk door centred with a parquetry star and flanked by chevron banded uprights to surround, on conforming star decorated plinth base with parquetry border, ogee top mouldings and caddy moulded skirt, 216cm (85ins) high. Records relating to the Seddon family of clockmakers from Frodsham, Cheshire first appear in the Parish baptismal entries for the children of Mary Cook and John Seddon (described as a clockmaker by trade) in 1676, followed by the supposed supplying of a turret clock by John Seddon to Poole Hall in 1704. Frodsham Parish records apparently further record a John Seddon complaining of an Edward Cook in 1713. Finally Daniel Seddon, Clockmaker from Frodsham, is recorded as working 1754-85. John and Daniel Seddon were makers of very fine clocks some of which incorporated spherical globe moons in the arch and invariably displayed fine engraved detail. The current lot is typical of Seddon's work with fine decorative detailing to the movement and lively engraving to the dial. The case also exhibits parquetry star motifs which again is often seen on those housing movements by the Seddon family.Condition Report: The movement is complete and in clean working condition with no evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The dial is also in clean condition and free from visible defects other than a few light spots of discolouration.The movement has a replacement seatboard which rests on sections separately applied to thin the side uprights of the case. The presence of a replacement seatboard and sections applied to case uprights means that we cannot offer any assurances that the movement and dial are original to the case however we are generally of the opinion that they probably are (on stylistic grounds) and that the replacements to the seatboard and cheek uprights were most likely done for purely practical reasons. The case generally is in good condition having fairly recently had cosmetic work by the previous owner (an elderly lady now deceased) done to make it eminently presentable. Consequently the base has been rebuilt with a new skirt. Faults are therefore otherwise generally limited to some historic bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and other age related blemishes.Clock is complete with two weights, pendulum, case key and winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A George III mahogany eight-day quarter chiming longcase clockRobert Sampson, London, dated 1785The substantial five pillar movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, chiming the hours on a graduated best of four bells and rack striking the hour on a further larger bell, the 12 inch brass break arch dial with subsidiary seconds over calendar dial incorporating recessed silvered signature plate engraved Rob't, Sampson, Petty France, Westmin'r to the matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring, with pierced blued steel hands and cast rococo scroll spandrels to angles beneath arch applied with silvered chime/silent selection dial unusually engraved Joseph Harborne, 23th Feb'y: 1785 flanked by conforming rococo mounts, in a mahogany pagoda-top case with oval burr yew inlaid panel to superstructure, cavetto cornice and arched fretwork frieze over brass stop fluted columns flanking the glazed dial aperture, the sides with rectangular windows and quarter columns applied to bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with keystone decorated crossbanded break-arch door flanked by quarter columns over plinth base fronted with conforming shaped raised panel and turned roundels to angles, on moulded double skirt, 240cm (94.5ins) high. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire. Robert Sampson is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in Westminster, London 1779-93Baillie also notes that Sampson was awarded a prize from the Society of Arts for a chiming mechanism.The engraved inscription to the circumference of the silvered chime/silent ring to the arch of the dial of the current lot is unusual and suggests that the clock was supplied as a presentation piece. A cursory online search by the cataloguer for any records relating to Joseph Harborne has so far failed to yield any information however more exhaustive genealogical research will no doubt shed some light on who was almost certainly the original owner of the present clock.Condition Report: The movement is in clean working condition having been well maintained and used in the vendors house right up to consignment for sale. The mechanism appears to be fundamentally original with no visible alterations or noticeable replacements. The dial is generally in good condition; the matting has some discolouration/dirt ingrained and the lower two spandrels are missing the lower tip to each casting. The hour and minute hands are possibly well made replacements.The movement rests on what appears to be its original seatboard which also incorporates an approximately 1/8th inch thick iron plate of the same size and shape applied to the underside to strengthen it. This plate appears to have significant age hence was most likely applied early in the clocks life. The cheek uprights of the case are notched downwards to take the seatboard and have bracing blocks applied to the inside edges, from this no absolute conclusions can be drawn as to whether the movement and dial are original to the case or not however both movement and case are very well suited hence, on balance, are most likely are original to reach other. The case is generally in good condition with faults mainly limited to age related bumps, scuffs, wear, a few small repairs/replacements to the mouldings and a little shrinkage. The finish is somewhat flat and uneven hence case would benefit from a good polish. There are no finials present.Clock is complete with three modern brass-cased weights, pendulum, two case keys and a winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A George III mahogany eight-day longcase clockJohn Tombs, London, circa 1770The five pillar rack and bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 12 inch brass break-arch dial with subsidiary seconds dial and calendar aperture to the finely matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with Arabic five minutes to outer track, with pierced steel hands and twin bird and urns cast spandrels to angles beneath arch centred with a silvered boss signed John Tombs, LONDON over S/N strike/silent selection switch flanked by conforming mounts, in a mahogany pagoda-top case incorporating later applied parcel-gilt gesso elements with shaped scroll pierced fret to the husk and urn decorated superstructure and break-arch cavetto cornice over brass stop fluted columns flanking the glazed dial aperture, the sides with break-arch windows and quarter columns applied to bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with acanthus decorated throat and flame figured break-arch over plinth base with fluted top moulding and fronted with conforming raised panel over moulded double skirt incorporating scroll decorated squat bracket feet, 245cm (96.5ins) high. John Tombs is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in London circa 1761.Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition with no evidence of alterration. Dial is in fine clean condition with original hands and fine quality matting. The seatboard appears original and the cheek uprights are free of packing so movement and dial are most likely original to the case.The case is in good overall condition with faults primary limited to relatively small bumps, scuffs bruising and minor shrinkage. The gesso decoration is present with faults limited to some elements detached from a finial with possibly one or two very small pieces missing. The structure is sound with no problematic worm damage etc.; the hood door glass is cracked.Clock has brass cased weights, pendulum and case key but no winder.Condition Report Disclaimer

An impressive George III eight-day musical longcase clock with moonphaseRichard Bullock, Ellesmere, circa 1775The substantial seven pillar triple-train bell striking movement with T-shaped plates, anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum and playing a choice of seven tunes every three hours on a graduated nest of ten bells with twenty hammers via a 11.25 inch pinned cylinder mounted transversely across the upper edge of the backplate, the 13 inch brass break-arch dial with subsidiary tune selection dial annotated EASTER HYMN/MARCH IN PTOLOMY/BANK OF FLOWERS/BEILLISLE MARCH/ROAST BEEF/NANCY DAWSON/HARVEST HOME to the symmetrical foliate scroll engraved dial centre incorporating oval reserve signed Rich'd Bullock, Elles mere, No. 539 around the calendar aperture to lower margin, within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with Arabic five minutes to outer track, with scroll pierced blued steel hands and crested female mask and scroll cast spandrels to lower angles opposing subsidiary STRIKE/NOT STRIKE and CHIME/NOT selection dials to the upper, beneath arch with rolling moonphase incorporating conforming mask-centred mounts to lunettes and unusual Classical capriccio landscape painted decoration opposing starry sky with a comet to the concentric age-of-the-moon annotated lunar disc, in a case possibly by Gillows of Lancaster with carved lobed finials over dentil cavetto moulded swan-neck pediment incorporating leafy pendant scroll and blind-fretwork infill over ogee bolection moulded break-arch glazed hinged dial aperture enclosing gilt leaf carved mask around the dial, flanked by free-standing Gothic cluster columns and the sides with rectangular sound frets and conforming columns set against bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with dentil cavetto throat and blind fretwork frieze over ogee lancet triple arch-topped flame-figured door flanked by cluster columns to angles, the plinth base with stepped ogee top mouldings over shaped chevron-line panel bordered fascia flanked by moulded canted angles over ogee bracket feet, 241cm (95ins) high excluding top finial; 254cm (100ins) high overall. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. Research undertaken by Brian Loomes places the earliest record of the Bullock family of clockmakers in Ellesmere, Shropshire through the Baptism of Sarah Bullock daughter of Edmund Bullock, clockmaker on 8th July 1708. Loomes further notes a baptism of an Edmund Bullock at nearby Wrockwardine in 1686, which most likely records the year of his birth. Of Edmunds work several turret clocks are known (including an example made for Chirk in 1712), numerous longcase clocks many of which are numbered, a sundial dated 1726 and at least one table clock. Edmund Bullock's son, Richard, was born in 1718/19 along with his twin sister, Hannah. Richard followed his father in becoming a clockmaker, although his exact dates appear to be unrecorded it can be safely assumed that he was working, probably alongside his father, by around 1740. Richard also numbered his clocks and maybe continued the series first established by his Edmund although there are no records to confirm this. The current lot is a particularly impressive example and would have been a very expensive commission most likely placed by a very wealthy local land owner. The mechanism is rare in that it has survived unaltered, which is unusual for a musical clock of this complexity. The quality of the case certainly befits that of the movement and exhibits details which may support an attribution to Gillows of Lancaster; namely the ogee-moulded frame to the hood door, fine quality carving to the pediment and sparing/restrained use of parquetry stringing. Condition Report: Movement is complete and appears all original with no visible alterations or missing items and replacement limited to some historic re-pinioning (undertaken at time of past servicing to counter wear in the relevant pinions). The hammers and bells generally sound cleanly on the bells and testing through manual operation of the mechanism suggests that the pin/hammer tail engagement is generally very good. The tune selection feature is present and functional however the return spring that holds the lateral position to the barrel is a bit weak for its purpose. Although the trains will run/operate the mechanism is generally in dirty/neglected condition so will need a gentle clean/service before putting to use.The dial is generally in good original condition albeit with some discolouration, tarnishing and wear to the finishes. All functions (calendar, strike/time selection, moonphase, tune selection and seconds) are operational. The moon disc has some slight flaking to the painted decoration otherwise is in very good original condition.The movement retains its original seatboard. The seatboard however does not stretch to the full width of the cheeks hence much of the support is reliant on blocks applied to the inside of the cheek uprights; such blocks are present but appear fairly recent. The upper surface of the cheeks however appear undisturbed. Due to the seatboard appearing a little narrow for the case we cannot offer any assurances that the movement and dial are original to the case.The case is generally in good condition with faults mainly limited to age related bumps, scuffs, wear, a few very small repairs and slight shrinkage. The finish is a little flat hence case would benefit from a good polish. The hood has carved gilded wood dial surround applied to the inside edge of the mask. This is an unusual (and visually striking) detail may not be original which adds weight to the probability that the movement and dial are not original to the case (as this detail serves to 'adjust' the dimensions of the mask to accommodate the current movement and dial). Notable other faults to the case include a length of slender dentil moulding missing from the throat to the left hand side, a vertical shrinkage crack to the left hand side of the trunk. The moulded skirt and ogee bracket feet are replacements probably dating to the early 20th century.Clock is complete with pendulum, three weights, case key and winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A rare George II small black japanned thirty-hour longcase clock with 8.25 inch dialJohn Worsfold, Dorking, circa 1735The posted countwheel bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum and rectangular section corner uprights riveted to both the top and bottom plates fitted with 8.25 inch square brass dial with matted centre and pierced steel hand within applied Roman numeral chapter ring with fleur-de-lys half hour markers and unusual mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles, the black japanned case with generous ogee cornice and plain frieze over gilt floral trail decorated hinged glazed dial aperture flanked by three quarter columns and further large foliate sprays to sides with conforming quarter columns set against bargeboards to the rear, the trunk with trellis panel painted concave throat over caddy moulded door faintly decorated in raised gilt with pagodas within an Oriental garden landscape bordered by further trellis panels to the surround, the sides with large scale foliate trails, over conforming decorated plinth base incorporating tall moulded skirt, 189cm (74.5ins) high. John Worsfold is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as born in 1704; Loomes records him in Volume 2 as working in Dorking in 1728. The current lot is appears to be a particularly rare survivor with its relatively fragile pine case and original decoration being largely intact; its small proportions are also noteworthy. 

An unusual black japanned watch stand in the form of a miniature table clockAnonymous, probably mid to late 18th centuryWith brass finial to the domed superstructure painted in gilt with game bids flanked by leafy motifs, over cavetto top moulding and front door decorated with lozenge shaped panels enclosing stylised foliage within a diamond-hatched ground, the interior with suspension hook and red velvet back panel set behind a foliate scroll-pierced brass repousse mask incorporating laurel bordered circular aperture to centre, the sides gilt painted with further leafy trails within line borders, on cavetto moulded base, the circular watch aperture 5cm (2ins) diameter; 17cm (6.75ins) high.Condition Report: Case is generally in fine condition with faults limited to a very small chip to the base at the rear left hand side and very slight historic wear. Condition Report Disclaimer

A fine Charles III olivewood and parquetry inlaid oyster eight-day longcase clock with ten inch dialWilliam Clement, London, circa 1680The five finned and latched pillar bell-striking movement with plates measuring 6.5 by 5 inches and anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the strike train with external countwheel for sounding the hour on a bell mounted above the plates, the 10 inch square brass dial with finely matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised two-tier trident half hour markers and Arabic fine minutes within the outer minute track, with sculpted pierced steel hands, gilt winged cherub head cast spandrels to angles and engraved signature William Clement Londini Fecit to lower margin, the case with rising hood fitted with a cherub-mask centred floral carved ebonised swan-neck crest over ogee cornice and foliate scroll pieced frieze fret to the entablature, above fixed glazed dial aperture flanked by ebonised Solomonic columns, the sides with rectangular glazed windows and conforming quarter columns set against bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with convex throat over 40 inch rectangular door inlaid with an oval starburst parquetry panel incorporating inter-looped subsidiaries above the oval lenticle and a matching slightly lobed panel beneath, set into an oyster olivewood ground with conforming quadrant decoration at the angles, line borders and ebonised D-moulded surround, the sides veneered with single panels of further olivewood oysters within crossbanded borders, the plinth base with stepped ogee part-ebonised top moulding over conforming oval and quadrant panel parquetry decoration and standing on ebonised bun feet, 199cm (78.5ins) high. William Clement is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as born before 1622, possibly 1621 in St. Albans. He was made a Freeman in the Blacksmiths Company in 1654 and rose to the Livery in 1664. From around 1665 Clement lived in the Parish of St. Saviours, Southwark, possibly to escape the plague from which his two sons William and Francis may have died. In 1659 a William Clement was commissioned as Lt Colonel in the White Regiment of Foot of the Parliamentarian Army. Clement was still alive in 1675 however records from this time onwards become confused with that of his son of the same name.In 1671 William Clement supplied a turret clock for Kings College, Cambridge, this clock was traditionally considered to be the earliest surviving timepiece to be regulated by anchor escapement and long pendulum supporting the possibility that Clement was the inventor. This view was further perhaps fortified by an entry in Smith, John Horological Disquisitions (1694) which states 'Mr William Clement, had at last the good fortune to give it the finishing stroke, he being indeed the real contriver of that curious kind of long pendulum, which is at this day so universally in use among us'. From this it would be fair to interpret Smith as not crediting Clement with the actual invention of the long pendulum, but perhaps is instead indicating that he devised the arrangement subsequently universally adopted which must be the recoil anchor. Two years later William Derham in The-Artificial Clock-Maker puts the case forward for Dr. Robert Hooke, who it is said demonstrated the long pendulum to the Royal Society soon after the Fire of London, however it is not clear whether this was with a form of recoil anchor escapement (although it is generally accepted that Hooke devised the spring pendulum suspension). Another contender for its invention is Joseph Knibb who, in early 1670, supplied a turret clock for Wadham College, Oxford, complete with anchor recoil escapement and long pendulum. But again there is no documentary evidence to support a view that Knibb actually devised this form of regulation. In 1677 William Clement was made a Free Brother of the Clockmakers Company and the following year was appointed Assistant by unanimous consent and approbation and for good reasons and especial esteem. He later served as Warden in 1690 and Master in 1694. In 1697 Clement signed the Oath of Allegiance and was from September of that year excused from attending meetings on account of his age. From April 1704 he received charity payments from the Company until his death in July 1709.  The case of the current lot is fine example of a rare type which appear to have only been made in fairly small numbers for the relatively short time span of circa 1680-85. Two comparable cases housing movements and dials by Joseph Knibb are illustrated in Dawson, Percy G.; Drover C.B. and Parkes D.W. Early English Clocks on page 254 (Plate 340) and Lee, Ronald A. The Knibb Family * Clockmakers on page 32 (Plate 23); another this time for a movement and dial by Joseph Windmills, is pictured in Bruton, Eric The Wetherfield Collection of Clocks on page 134 (number 83); and finally a fourth by Tompion can be found in Dawson, Percy G. THE IDEN CLOCK COLLECTION on page 70. The dial of the present clock notable in that there is no subsidiary seconds to the centre, this very much follows the practice of Joseph Knibb, who from about 1680, appeared to more often than not dispense with the provision of a subsidiary seconds dial. From this it would seem that with the current clock Clement was keeping abreast of fashion by supplying an example which emulated that of his prolific rival.  

A fine and Rare William and Mary small figured walnut eight-day longcase clock Christopher Gould, London, circa 1690The six finned and latched pillar bell-striking movement with plates measuring 7.75 by 5.5 inches and anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the strike train with external countwheel for sounding the hour on a bell mounted above the plates, the 10.25 inch square brass dial with ringed winding holes to the finely matted and rose engraved centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised sword hilt half hour markers and Arabic five minutes to the narrow outer track, with scroll pierced sculpted steel hands and winged cherub mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles incorporating leafy trail engraved infill decoration between and signed Chr' Gould, Londini fecit to lower margin, the case with generous projecting ogee cornice and foliate scroll pieced frieze fret to the entablature above hinged glazed dial aperture flanked by Solomonic columns, the sides with rectangular glazed windows and conforming quarter columns set against bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with convex throat over 41 inch rectangular door veneered in burr walnut, with scroll cast brass key escutcheon mount and bordered by crossgrain D-mouldings, the sides with three crossbanded panels, the plinth base with stepped ogee top moulding over crossbanded burr-figured front panel and bun feet, 190cm (74.75ins) high.Although Christopher Gould is generally regarded as one of the leading makers from the 'Golden Period' of English clockmaking relatively little is known about him. He is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as being made Free Brother of the Clockmakers' Company in April 1682 and is believed to have been married to Mary Rand in January 1684. Gould took many apprentices including Andrew Clarke (through Daniel Stevens) in 1682; Thomas Cartwright (through Richard Watts) in 1693 and Charles Gould (son of John Gould of Middlemarsh, Dorset) in 1701. In 1697 Gould signed the Clockmakers' Company oath of allegiance and is thought to have married his second wife, Jane Cosham, in 1702. In 1713 Gould was made a Beadle but had become destitute (was declared bankrupt in 1706) and received a charity pension from the Company until his death in 1718. His widow subsequently received the pension until at least 1720 when it is thought she paid off a debt of £5 19s 4d to the estate of the watch casemaker, William Jacques.Many examples of Gould's work survive and are generally of very high quality in both their construction and design. Most notable are a series of miniature longcase clocks, an example of which is illustrated in Dawson, Percy G.; Drover C.B. and Parkes D.W. Early English Clocks on page 289 (Plate 402). In addition Gould is also known for his miniature hooded wall timepieces (see Early English Clocks pages 491-92, Plates 726-28) as well as at least two surviving magnificent 'mulberry' veneered grande-sonnerie striking longcase clocks with cases supplied by Tompion's casemaker (see Darken, Jeff Ed. Horological Masterworks pages 198-203).The movement of the current clock is finely made with six latched pillars and the case can perhaps be justified in being described as perfect in its proportions. Furthermore the use of fine figured veneers uninterrupted by a lenticle (or any other form of decoration) exhibits a degree of restrained sophistication that places it amongst the best examples of the period. Indeed it is suggested by Percy Dawson in Early English Clocks (on page 267) that the generous use of fine tightly figured walnut arguably reached it height during the 1690's, with two cases, both dating to around 1690 and housing movements by Tompion and East, being subsequently pictured on page 279 (Plates 379-80) to illustrate his observations. The case of the present lot would certainly sit alongside the two illustrated by Dawson and also benefits from having particularly fine mellow colour and patination.Condition Report:Condition reports for this lot are available from the Clocks Department upon request (clocks@dreweatts.com).Condition Report Disclaimer 

A George III brass mounted mahogany table clockBenjamin Sidey, London, circa 1785The five pillar twin fusee bell striking movement with chinoiserie backplate engraved with a pagoda framed by a trellis and pair of pilasters issuing stylised palm leaves within a geometric border, the 7 inch brass break-arch dial with calendar and false bob apertures and silvered nameplate signed Benj Sidey, London to the finely matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with Arabic five minutes to the outer track, with pierced steel hands and rococo scroll cast spandrels to angles beneath arch centred with a subsidiary Strike/Silent dial flanked by conforming mounts, the triple-pad top break-arch case with hinged brass carrying handle to brass fillet-bordered top panel over complex arch mouldings and hinged front door inset with conforming brass fillet surround to the glazed aperture, the sides with arched brass fishscale sound frets and the rear with break-arch glazed door set within the frame of the case, on cavetto moulded skirt base, 38cm (15ins) high excluding handle. Benjamin Sidey Jnr is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as apprenticed (presumably to his father of the same name) in 1731 and gaining his freedom of the Clockmaker's Company in 1738. He subsequently worked from Moorfields, London until 1795.Condition Report: The movement has been converted from short bob pendulum regulated verge escapement to anchor escapement. This has been done with minimal intervention to the plates although the backcock is a replacement. The clock therefore has potential for reconversion (if so desired) back to verge which could be done leaving little to no visible evidence of having ever been anchor. Otherwise movement has no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The movement is in working condition although a gentle clean/service is advised before putting it into service.The dial is in good original condition retaining attractive old surface exhibiting some discolouration to the silvered areas. The hands appear all-original.The movement and dial appear original to the case and retains the original seatboard which now has some metal plates to ensure sound support for the movement. The securing bolt for the base pillar is present but is snapped; there is evidence in the rear side uprights of the case of movement of simple movement securing brackets being fitted at sometime with one matching a corresponding hole on the movement backplate, these brackets are no longer present and in our opinion do not indicate/confirm that a different movement was fitted to the case at some time.The case is generally in presentable condition with faults mainly limited to relatively minor shrinkage, bumps, scuffs, bruising and wear commensurate with age and use as well as a few historic veneer patch repairs. The front door is missing vertical brass strips to the front edges and there is evidence of feet being fitted which are no longer present.Clock has pendulum, winder and two case keys. Condition Report Disclaimer

A rare group of 'Saxby's patent spherograph' marine navigational error calculator panelsPrinted by George Smith, Watts and Company for S.M. Saxby and H. Wood and Company, Liverpool, 1856-57Comprising SAXBY'S SPHEROGRAPH No. 2, FOR GREAT CIRCLE SAILING AND THE MEASUREMENT OF NAUTICAL DISTANCES WITHOUT ANY CALCULATION, Drawn and Engraved by Edward Powell of the Hydrographic Office, Admiralty incorporating rotating panel pierced with pair of lunettes inset with calibrated tracing paper within a surround annotated for Northern and Southern Hemispheres, the upper margin with Royal coat of arms and inscribed By Her Majesty's Royal Letters Patent and signed in ink S.M. Saxby opposing issue No. 6 over Date 16th Feb 1857, the verso with Directions For Use, together with KEY TO SAXBY'S PATENT SPHEROGRAH No. 2 and KEY TO SAXBY'S PATENT SYSTEM OF GREAT CIRCLE SAILING, each with matching signatures, issue numbers and dates; SAXBY'S SPHEROGRAPH No 3, LATITUDE, TIME &c. similarly constructed, signed, numbered No. 18 and dated 20 July 1857 together with another identical unsigned and undated; SAXBY'S SPHEROGRAPH No 4, FOR CORRECTING LUNAR DISTANCES WITHOUT THE AID OF LOGARITHMS AS ACCURATELY AS IT CAN BE DONE AT SEA BY CALCULATION again similarly constructed, signed, numbered No. 1 and dated 13 July 1857; a KEY TO SAXBY'S SPHEROGRAPH signed, numbered No. 2 and dated Nov 24 1856; and two further panels No. 1 KEY TO SAXBY'S PATENT SPHEROGRAPH plus No 4 CORRECTION OF LUNAR DISTANCES both unsigned and undated, each panel 32cm (12.5ins) by 29cm (11.375ins) and contained in an original mahogany protective box (9). The current lot was developed during the 1850's by Stephen Martin Saxby in order to assist mariners to calculate inherent errors in magnetic compass reading without having to resort to calculations in complex spherical trigonometry (which were possible with the knowledge of the approximate latitude and date). Saxby's design was devised as a representation of the celestial sphere onto which projections of the same both in the 'Horizon System' and the 'Equinoctial System' can be superimposed and correlated by rotating the latter until the polar axis pointed to the correct latitude indication in the projection of the Horizon System. The resultant device which essentially comprised of two diagrams rotating around a common centre and was given the name 'Spherograph'.Condition Report: Panels are largely intact but with dust staining and slight foxing throughout. Some of the tracing paper inserts have tears and losses. One of the panels is lacking its gilt embossed red leather title to the end; two others have small losses to the red leather title sections and all exhibit general wear and some losses to the red leather edging. Box is intact with some age related bumps, scuffs and shrinkage; there is no case key present. Contents appear not to be a complete set and has duplications (see catalogue description and online listing for images of all panels).Condition Report Disclaimer

A Regency brass inlaid mahogany bracket clockThe dial signed for William Turner, London, circa 1825The five pillar twin fusee bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob pendulum and geometric border engraved backplate, the 8 inch circular white Roman numeral dial inscribed W'M TURNER, Fenchurch Steet, LONDON to centre and with pierced blued steel spade hands set behind convex glazed hinged cast brass bezel, the case with brass acorn finial and pyramid upstand over brass trident motif decorated triangular tympanum, the front with stylised leafy spray upper quadrant decoration over shaped line-bordered panel enclosing further brass motifs beneath dial flanked by slender baton-and-dot decorated uprights, the sides with generous rosette cast brass ring handles over rectangular fishscale sound frets, the rear with rectangular glazed door, on shallow skirt base with brass ogee bracket feet, 52cm (20.5ins) high. A William Turner is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as a maker of watches and marine chronometers working from Fenchurch Street, London, circa 1825-40.Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition with no visible alteration or replacements however the backplate is lacking its pendulum holdfast bracket and screw. The dial has been restored to a high standard hence is in fine condition. Case is also in good cosmetically restored condition with faults limited to filled shrinkage crack to the front panel beneath the dial and a few very light bumps, scuffs etc. The bezel may benefit from some adjustment to the hinge as it is currently closing a bit loose.Clock is complete with case key and winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Victorian oak architectural wall timepieceVulliamy, London, circa 1846-47The four columnar pillar single chain fusee movement with half deadbeat escapement regulated by 14 inch pendulum with heavy brass bob stamped with serial number 1721 and T-bar suspension, the backplate inscribed VULLIAMY, LONDON, No.1721, the 12 inch circular silvered brass Roman numeral dial signed VULLIAMY, LONDON to centre and with steel spade hands, the architectural case with triangular ogee moulded pediment over full-height rectangular door incorporating moulded silvered brass fillet insert to the inside of the circular glazed aperture and carved foliate strapwork scroll blind fretwork panel infill to the upper quadrants and conforming apron panel, the base with shallow ogee moulded skirt over a pair of scroll outline brackets with pendulum access flap to the baseboard between fronting pendant backboard set to against the wall at the rear, 78.5cm (30.75ins) high. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire; purchased at Bonhams, New Bond Street, sale of Fine Clocks 12th December 2006 (lot 126) for £1,875.  Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as born 1780 to Benjamin Vulliamy and gaining his freedom of the Clockmakers' Company in 1809. He worked from 52 Pall Mall, served as Warden 1821-5 and was appointed Master five times. He was the last of the celebrated dynasty of Royal clockmakers which started with his grandfather, Justin, forming a partnership with George II's clockmaker, Benjamin Gray. Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy was perhaps one of the most influential horologists of his time publishing many works and undertaking numerous high profile public commissions as well as holding the Royal Warrant. He supplied many clocks to the Royal family including the turret clock for Windsor Castle in 1829 (replacing an earlier movement by Joseph Knibb); however his horological legacy is perhaps somewhat slightly blighted by his tendency to undertake controversial alterations to earlier important clocks by makers such as Tompion. The Vulliamys started numbering most of their clocks from 1788 until 1854. Two of the original Vulliamy work books still survive in the library of the British Horological Institute at Upton Hall, these often can provide valuable information regarding the manufacture and provenance of many clocks made by the workshop. Unfortunately the records are incomplete hence only note clocks with serial numbers 296-469 and 746-1067. There is also a third surviving Vulliamy workbook, relating only to repairs and servicing dating to the period 1846-53. Interestingly this volume records at least sixty five clocks being in the possession of the government 'Office of Works' and another forty being in the possession of Queen Victoria at Buckingham Palace.Roger Smith in his article entitled Vulliamy Clock Numbering, A Postscript, published in Antiquarian Horology Vol. 21 No. 5 (September 1994), used surviving data in the records of the British Horological Institute at Upton Hall and known documented examples to compile a graph from which unrecorded clocks can be fairly accurately dated. According to this chart number 1721 would date to around 1846-7; this date is further corroborated by the recent discovery of Vulliamy number 1630 (see Bruun Rasmussen, Copenhagen, sale of Selected furniture, clocks and carpets, 15th December 2020 lot 2051/8078) which is dated 1844.Condition Report: The movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The original pendulum is present and is complete with its T-bar suspension block. The movement is secured in to the case with two hand screws through the seatboard, there are holes/threaded bracket for a third screw which is no longer present (and not really required!). The dial is in good original condition but has overall moderate discolouration/tarnishing to the silvering.The case is generally in sound original condition and is free from serious defects. There is some historic opening/movement to the joints to the superstructure as well as noticeable wear to the edges of the pediment mouldings. The base backboard has been drilled to assist with the wall mounting and overall the case has been repolished taking-on a light honey-coloured hue contrasting with the frets which are stained darker. Case otherwise is very presentable with faults limited to age related bumps, scuffs and shrinkage.In addition to the pendulum the timepiece has a case key but no winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Scottish Victorian mahogany eight-day longcase clockThe dial signed for H. Connel, Glasgow, mid 19th centuryThe four pillar rack and bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 12 inch circular cream painted Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds over calendar dial and inscribed H. CONNEL, GLASGOW to centre and with blued steel spade hands, the unusual case with drum-head hood applied with baroque scroll carved crest over moulded glazed hinged dial surround incorporating angled gilt fillet to interior and with leafy ears beneath, the trunk modelled as a stylised Greek Doric half elliptic section column with the deep fluted tapered shaft veneered in flame figured mahogany and incorporating removable panel for pendulum access to the right hand side, on half octagon section triple recessed panel fronted plinth base incorporating angled skirt over bun feet, 208cm (82ins) high. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire. A Hugh Connell is recorded in Loomes, Brian Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, Volume 2 as working in Glasgow circa 1860.The unusual form of the case of the current lot appears to have been unique to Glasgow and surrounding areas and is reminiscent of Scandinavian examples made in the Biedermeier manner. Condition Report: The movement is in clean working condition with no obvious evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial has been refinished hence is now in clean condition with visible defects limited to a couple of light surface scuffs which would probably clean/buff out. The minute hand is probably a replacement. The movement and dial sit on the seatboard at the correct level in the case hence the movement and dial are most likely original to the case.The case is generally in good original condition with faults limited to minor shrinkage, slight bumps, scuff and scratches commensurate with age and use.Clock has pendulum, two weights a case key but no winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Scottish Regency brass inlaid mahogany eight-day longcase clockJ. and W. Howden, Edinburgh, circa 1820The four pillar rack and bell striking movement with thick plates, Harrison's maintaining power and anchor escapement regulated by wood-rod pendulum with large lenticular brass-faced bob, the 13.25 inch circular silvered brass Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds over calendar dials and signed J. & W. Howden, Edinburgh to centre, with Arabic five minutes to outer track and blued steel moon hands, the Gothic lancet-top case with ogee cornice over hinged cast brass glazed bezel within line bordered panel infill incorporating stylised lobed motifs, the sides with circular sound frets, the trunk with cavetto throat over flame-figured lancet-shaped door and further brass line decorated upper quadrant panels flanked by brass stop-fluted quarter columns to angles, the plinth base applied with ebonised reeded panel mouldings to front over a canted skirt, 207cm (81.5ins) high. James and William Howden formed a partnership to continue their father's (James senior) business on his death in 1809. James was a London-trained clock and watchmaker and his brother William was a jeweller and silversmith. They initially worked from 3 Hunter Square, Edinburgh but had moved to 9 South Bridge (House 5 Buccleuch Place) by 1815. The partnership continued until William's death in March 1814 when the business became James Howden and Company. 

A George III kingwood crossbanded mahogany balloon-shaped table timepiece with fired enamel dialRichard Gunter, London, circa 1800The five pillar single fusee movement with half-deadbeat escapement regulated by half-seconds pendulum with inverted keystone-shaped bob, the shallow-arch top foliate border-engraved backplate signed Rich'd Gunter, London to centre, the 6 inch circular convex white enamel Roman numeral dial signed RICHARD GUNTER, LONDON to centre and with Arabic five minutes to outer track, with blued steel arrow hands set behind hinged convex glazed bezel, the balloon-shaped case with strung and crossbanded borders to the integral curved fiddle-back veneered top and sides, the front with conforming borders surrounding the dial and the shaped flame-figured panel beneath, the rear with door matching the shape of the case set within the frame, on conforming banded cavetto moulded skirt base with brass ball feet, 39cm (15.25ins) high. Richard Gunter is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in London 1790-1808.Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible signs of alteration or signififcant replacements. The dial has a few tiny chips around the winding hole, a very slight hairline crack near the V numeral and a small edge chip near VII (all of which are only visible on close examination) otherwise appears free from visible damage. The case has small losses to the edge banding at 9 o'clock, a section of corresponding stringing from 9 to 11 o'clock and the left hand side has a shrinkage crack. T rear door has a slight warp and losses/chipping to the veneer overlaps to much of the top of the curvature as well as some along the bottom edge. The skirt has a chip to the veneer below the banding to the leading edge of the right hand side. Otherwise case is in good original condition.Timepiece is complete with pendulum, a winder and case key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A collection of forty-four English gilt brass pocket watch back cocks Anonymous, mainly late 18th century Including an example pierced and engraved in the form of a lyre, mounted on black velvet panel with humped-top black leather covered frame, 51cm (21ins) by 39cm (15.375ins) overall.Condition Report: All cocks are in 'as removed' condition ie. generally intact and retaining gilt finish. The few that were originally fitted with diamond endstones have had these removed but most that were made with an endstone still have them.Condition Report Disclaimer

A collection of sixty-four English gilt brass pocket watch back cocks Anonymous, 18th century Including several finely worked examples with Neo-classical radial designs, mounted on black velvet panel with humped-top black leather covered frame, 51cm (21ins) by 39cm (15.375ins) overall.Condition Report: All cocks are in 'as removed' condition ie. generally intact and retaining gilt finish. The very few that were originally fitted with diamond endstones have had them removed.Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A Charles II style small ebony architectural longcase clock case with 8 inch square dial apertureAnomynous, 20th centuryThe rising hood with triangular pediment over crisply moulded projecting cornice, lintel and Doric three-quarter columns with gilt caps and bases flanking fixed the dial aperture, the sides with tall rectangular glazed apertures and conforming half columns set against the rear stiles, the trunk with convex throat over 41.5 inch slender rectangular door applied with two long around a central short raised panels within a complex mounded surround, the sides of conforming panel outline, on stepped ogee top plinth base decorated with further matching panels to front and sides over moulded skirt, 187cm (73.5ins) high; with an ebonised table clock case, 19th century, with 6.25 inch square dial aperture and canted mouldings, (lacking handle), 29cm (11ins) high.Condition Report: The hood is missing the brass base to the left hand side rear half pilaster and has two losses (each approx. 4 ins long) of the veneer to the drop beneath the chin moulding - one to the front left and the second to the rear right hand side. The trunk door is bowed with the centre projecting forward by around 5/8ths of an inch at the lock. The base has a vertical crack to the front and is missing the length of moulding that forms the top of the right hand side panel. The skirt is lacking its top moulding to the front.The table clock case has no handle, front door glass and the locks are replacements, the caddy is lacking much of its finish also. The veneers are stained fruitwood onto a pine carcass. Condition Report Disclaimer

An unusual oak earth-driven electromagnetic longcase timepiece with moonphaseL. Allen, Southport, 20th centuryThe four pillar movement with X-shaped plates incorporating ratchet escape wheel advanced and checked by an arrangement of levers fitted to the upper section of the one-and-a-quarter seconds wood-rod pendulum incorporating a brass-cased electromagnetic coil passing around a fixed horizontal iron bar over the cylindrical brass bob, with impulse field activated by electrical contacts and circuitry fitted at the base of the movement and with suspension from a brass post fitted to the case backboard, the 10 inch square brass dial with foliate scroll engraved centre signed L. Allen, Southport incorporating recessed revolving moon and concentric silvered Arabic calendar ring within applied Roman numeral chapter ring, with scroll pierced blued steel hands, brass calendar pointer and scroll cast spandrels to angles, the eighteenth century style oak case with scroll-pierced crest to front and sides over ogee cornice, plain frieze and three-quarter columns flanking the fixed glazed dial aperture, the trunk with ogee throat over slender caddy-moulded lift-out panel flanked by quarter columns, the plinth base with cavetto top moulding over lenticle-centred lift-out front panel flanked by canted angles, on ogee bracket feet, 198cm (78ins) high. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire; purchased at Bonhams, London sale of Fine Clocks 9th July 2013 (lot 92) for £3,000.  The current lot appears to be a well-made one-off design which would seem to operate in a manner similar to that devised by Percival Arthur Bentley in 1910.Condition Report: Timepiece is in sound original unrestored condition and is in working condition (was running when removed from the vendors house). It will require a power supply and a precautionary gentle service is advised before putting it into long term service. The dial is in god original unrestored condition with some minor age related patches of discolouration in places. The case also is in good original unrestored condition however some of the joints in the base have now become loose hence will require re-gluing. The finish has a few bumps, scuffs and scratches commensurate with age and use and would generally benefit from a good wax. Condition Report Disclaimer

A gilt brass 'Atmos' timepiece Jaeger-LeCoultre, model 519, 1950sThe single train movement wound via the expansion and contraction of an aneroid chamber mounted to the rear of the mechanism and regulated by torsion escapement with rotating balance suspended at the base of the movement and numbered 25733 to suspension platform, the circular gilt on white baton numeral chapter ring with Arabic quarters and inscribed JAEGER LECOULTRE, ATMOS, SWISS MADE enclosing motionwork to centre and with gilt spear hands, the rectangular five-glass case with canted angles to the 'bell-jar' cover over plinth base incorporating bubble level and three screw adjusting feet to underside (applied with inscribed presentation panel to front), 23.5cm (9.25ins) high; with original mottled cream paper covered display case.Condition Report: Movement has been put on test for 24 hours, after this time the mechanism was still running and giving correct time. The gilt finish has overall some light discolouration/degradation to the lacquer otherwise timepiece is in good original condition. The protective case is has overall light rubbing and wear to exterior but is free from major damage. Condition Report Disclaimer

A lacquered brass descending ball timepieceDent, London, circa 1970The circular three-pillar gilt brass movement with inverted platform lever escapement driven by the weight of the timepiece causing flat high-tensile steel line to unwind from an internal pulley wheel as the timepiece descends, the backplate engraved SER. No. 030, the exterior with rotating annular silver Roman numeral chapter ring reading against a hand cast in the form of a mermaid holding a staff, the base with short inverted pendant spire finial and the top with pierced crown surmount issuing the suspension line terminating with a hook to allow hanging from a shaped brass bracket fitted to a mahogany panel applied with plaque engraved Dent, London to lower margin, the ball 11.8cm (4.625ins) diameter; the wall panel 80cm (31.5ins) high. The highly renowned clock and watch making business Dent was established by the talented horologist Edward John Dent, who at the age of 17, transferred his apprenticeship from the trade of tallow chandler to watchmaking under the charge of Edward Gaudin in 1807. By 1817 he had become well known as a watch and clockmaker receiving commissions from the Admiralty for a 'Standard Astronomical Clock' and pocket chronometers for the Colonial Office Africa Expedition. In 1830 Dent went into partnership with the renowned watch and chronometer maker John Roger Arnold which continued until 1840 when he left and set up business alone as E.J. Dent at 82 Strand, London, primarily making marine chronometers, watches and precision clocks. In 1843 the firm expanded taking on a second premises at 33 Cockspur Street, with the Strand premises moving down the road to number 61 by 1851. In 1852 Edward Dent successfully tendered to make the 'great clock' to be housed in Stephen's tower at the New Palace of Westminster. The clock was completed by 1859, apparently at a financial loss to the firm, however it ensured that Dent became a household name synonymous with fine clockmaking. Unfortunately Edward John Dent did not live to see the installation of the 'great clock' as he died in 1853. He was succeeded by his stepson Frederick Rippon Dent, who, in partnership with his brother Richard, continued to expand the business. By 1862 the firm had added 34 Cockspur Street and 34 & 35 Royal Exchange to their list of addresses and, although having seen natural passage of ownership over the intervening years, the business still continues to trade today as Dent & Co. Descending ball timepieces were first devised during the Renaissance period with surviving examples being extremely rare, however a relatively late model by J. Schlemmer of Schleswig was offered at Sotheby's New York MASTERPIECES FROM THE TIME MUSEUM, PART TWO June 19th 2002 (lot 103). The current example was devised by Dent in the early 1970's as a 'revival' piece, and was produced as a limited edition (of probably 500 examples) alongside Dent's other revival of a Renaissance timepiece, the' incline plane clock'. 

Y An Edwardian inlaid rosewood miniature longcase clockUnsigned, circa 1900The circular countwheel gong striking spring-driven movement with visible Brocot escapement regulated by disc bob pendulum incorporating Brocot regulation to suspension, the backplate stamped with AD MOUGIN, DEUX MEDAILLES star roundel over serial number 6301, 4 11, the 4.5 inch circular dial incorporating recessed brass centre, cream chapter ring annotated with vertical Arabic hour numerals and brass moon hands set behind hinged bevel-glazed cast brass bezel, the case with shallow-arch pediment fronted with fan inlay to the tympanum over ogee cornice and conforming fan quadrants around the dial, the sides with arched brass grille sound frets over cavetto moulded throat, the trunk with recessed panel centred with marquetry decoration of urn containing bulrushes, the rear with two rectangular doors, the plinth base with canted top moulding and inlaid oval fan motif within stylised line borders to front over a cavetto moulded skirt incorporating bracket feet with shaped apron between, 70cm (27.5ins) high. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.Condition Report: Movement is complete and appears all-original. Although the going train will run the strike train mainsprings 'slips' during winding hence will require a new spring; otherwise the movement generally is in dirty/neglected condition hence a clean and overhaul will be required. The dial is dirty/discoloured but undamaged.The case is in fine original condition with the only noticeable fault being an approx. 1.25 inch section of loose moulding from the curved upper section of the tympanum.Clock is completer with pendulum and winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer

A rare German Black Forest inlaid mahogany spring-driven musical cuckoo mantel clockAttributed to Johann Baptist Beha, Eisenbach, and retailed by A. Wherly and Sheraton, Sunderland, circa 1880The wooden framed twin fusee movement with anchor escapement regulated by short pendulum with brass-faced bob, the hour strike train with outside countwheel and linkages to two bellows and a cuckoo automaton which appears from behind the door above the dial to announce the hour with a two-note call alternating with a hammer sounding on a gong fitted to the inside of the rear case panel prior to releasing a musical mechanism mounted within the base playing a tune via a 5 inch pinned cylinder and tuned steel comb, the 6 inch circular white enamel Roman numeral dial with pierced blued steel hands set within canted silvered metal surround behind hinged glazed brass bezel, the shallow-arch top case with twin doors for the cuckoo automaton to the foliate scroll inlaid tympanum and satin birch cavetto cornice over conforming scroll decorated spandrel infill to the line-bordered fascia, the sides with hinged doors with the right hand side accessing levers for silencing either the hour gong or cuckoo call, the rear with full-height lift-out panel applied with paper trade label inscribed A. WHERLY & SHERATON, CLOCKMAKERS, JEWELLERS, & c., 66 HIGH STREET WEST, (Opposite King Street), Bp Wearmouth, Sunderland... to interior, on tall ogee-outline skirt base decorated with further marquetry motif within line border to front over squab feet, 44cm (17.25ins) high; with a modern walnut wall bracket, of complex stepped moulded profile, the clock and wall bracket, the clock and wall bracket 56cm (22ins) high overall. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire. Johann Baptist Beha was born in Oberbrand, 1815 and was trained as a clockmaker by his father, Vinzenz, before setting-up on his own in Eisenbach in 1845. He specialised in cuckoo clocks and through his continuous development became the leading maker of fine and complex examples. His main export markets were to Russia (where he had a distribution warehouse in St. Petersburg) and the British Isles. He died in 1898 leaving the business to be continued by his sons Lorenz and Engelbert.Condition Report: Movement appears complete and fundamentally all-original and has been fairly recently (within the last five years or so) overhauled/restored to a high standard by a suitably skilled horologist hence is in full working order including the automaton and music mechanism in the base. The bellows for the bird call have been re-lined and the music mechanism in the base overhauled with no visible damage/losses to the teeth of the comb.The dial has numerous light hairline cracks to the enamel and some filled-in chips around the right-hand winding hole. The case is in good condition with significant faults limited to a well-executed repair to the left hand tip of the cornice mouldings, a patch repair to the rear panel, overall light bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and wear commensurate with age and use.Clock has pendulum and winding keys both for the clocks and music mechanisms. Condition Report Disclaimer

A walnut vertical Buffet type cabinet music box with 11 inch discsBarnett Henry Abrahams, St. Croix and London, late 19th centuryWith steel framed large going barrel movement set behind a glass panel beneath vertical silver painted cast iron bed incorporating a 5 inch tuned steel comb and respective series of star wheels engaging with pierced projections in the steel tune disc secured over the mechanism by a pivoted latched arm and driven by a toothed wheel engaging with perforations to the rim of the disc at the base, the upper section of the cast bed cast with 'THE BRITANNIA, *B.H.A.*, ST. CROIX.LONDON', the case with turned finials and balustrade gallery over ogee cornice and fretwork frieze to entablature and a pair of book-matched veneered crossbanded and line inlaid doors applied with Britannia and Royal Warrant transfers, on moulded skirt base incorporating winding square and PLAY/STOP lever to right hand side over turned feet, 77cm (30.25ins) high; with twelve discs. Barnett Henry Abrahams was born in 1839, he was initially a dealer in music boxes but by 1857 had emigrated to Switzerland where he founded a musical box manufacturing business. In 1895 he established himself in Sainte-Croix and started to manufacture disc music boxes, many of which were for the British market and hence labelled 'The Britannia'. The business had a London address at 133/135 Houndsitch and was continued after Abrahams death in 1902 by his sons until around 1915.Condition Report: Movement is a little dirty/oily but is in full working condition with no visible damage to the steel comb and plays at an appropriate speed with good strong sound. The case has a triangular veneer chip approx. ¾ inch across to the outside edge of the crossbanded border of the right-hand front door and some smaller chips to the top edge of the cornice projection as well as some slight veneer lifting to the centre behind the ebonised gallery. The transfers to the front door are a little worn as is the ebonised finish to the mouldings around the base, otherwise case is in sound original condition with only relatively minor bumps, scuff, and other faults commensurate with age and use. There is a winding crank included with the lot. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Viennese walnut grande-sonnerie striking regulator wall clockW. Schonberger, Vienna, third quarter of the 19th century The four pillar triple train eight-day movement with deadbeat escapement incorporating tall inverted V-shaped pallets regulated by brass lenticular bob pendulum with ebonised wooden shaft and incorporating fine beat adjustment to crutch, the quarter train sounding on the smaller of the pair of graduated gongs positioned on a decorative brass double-scroll shaped bracket behind the movement followed by the hour train sounding the last hour on the larger gong, the 6.25 inch circular two-piece silvered Roman numeral dial signed W. Schonberger, IN WIEN to the slightly recessed centre within brass border and chapter ring with outer minute track, with pierced steel hands within moulded cast bezel, the case with large turned finial and winged pediment to crest flanked by further finials, over break-arch cavetto cornice and full-height arch-glazed front door applied with three-quarter baluster columns between canted panel applied sections to upper and lower margins, the sides with long glazed panels, over stepped ogee shaped base with conforming pendant finials, 135cm (53ins) high. Wenzel Schönberger was a citizen and master small clockmaker who worked in Vienna from 1847; he is further mentioned in 1852 and 1862 when he repaired the St. Stephens Cathedral tower clock. He is thought to have ceased working by 1885. He was a fine and relatively prolific maker of clocks primarily wall regulators including at least one year-going example. Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition having been maintained in working order by the vendor; there is no evidence of alterations or significant replacements. The seatboard and mounting brackets within the case appear original confirming that movement and dial are original to the case.The dial has slight chipping around the centre hole and to the right hand edge of the recessed centre as well as a light hairline crack. The chapter ring has hairline cracks near the X, IIII and VIII numerals.The case is in good original condition with no unsightly faults. The backboard has a slight warp (only visible when viewed from behind) and has had work done to re-secure it into the case at some point. The base finial is a replacement and the lock has been removed (replaced by a brass hook-catch). Faults are otherwise very much limited to very slight bumps scuffs and other age related blemishes.Clock has three brass-cased weights which have denting, wood-rod pendulum in good condition and a crank winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A rare oak cased micro-barograph with thermometerNegretti and Zambra, London, early 20th centuryThe mechanism with nine-segment aneroid chamber connected via a lacquered brass armature to an inked pointer for recording the change in barometric pressure on a double-height clockwork-driven rotating paper scale lined drum, the brass baseplate engraved NEGRETTI & ZAMBRA, LONDON and applied with an arched silvered Fahrenheit and centigrade scale mercury tube thermometer, the case with five-panel hinged cover on cavetto moulded skirt base incorporating a drawer containing spare charts over simple squab feet, 49cm (19.25ins) wide. The firm of Negretti & Zambra are recorded in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 as being established in 1850 when a partnership between Enrico Negretti and Joseph Warren Zambra was formed. The firm became one of the most prolific makers of scientific instruments and continued trading well into the 20th century.Condition Report: The aneroid chambers appear to be in sound condition with no obvious variation in profile depths and the instrument responds to change in pressure. The clockwork movement is in working condition. The recording pointer pivots and frame appear complete and brass retains original lacquer finish with overall light to moderate patchy discolouration in places. The thermometer is in good original condition. The case is in sound original unrestored condition with faults limited to minor bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and wear commensurate with age; there is a small quantity of spare charts with the instrument. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Japanese 'shaku dokei' shitan wood wall hung pillar clockAnomynous, late 20th in the 19th century styleThe going train of three wheels set between strip backplate angled at the top to incorporate verge escape wheel top potance and foliate scroll-pierced and engraved keyhole-shaped frontplate with conforming apron to the top margin concealing pivot for the front swinging short bob pendulum, with decorative turned column pillar finials to angles set within three-panel glazed box cover, over caddy-moulded trunk applied with vertical chapter ring annotated with ten divisions each divided into tenths next to twelve adjustable cartouche numerals each engraved with their respective Japanese characters with further shaped baton half hour markers between, the interior with descending weight also incorporating the single bell striking mechanism with countwheel for striking Japanese hours and pointer passing through the front, with brass 'flowerhead' pierced sound frets to sides and applied to a shaped backboard incorporating hanging hole to the extended shaped top section, 63.5cm (25ins) high. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire. The Japanese method of dividing the day had its origins in Chinese practice and until 1868 the daytime and night time were split into six 'hours' each. This meant that with the changing of seasons the length of these temporal hours varied. Day hours in the summertime were longer than the day hours in the winter. With this system to show the correct time, the numerals on the dial ideally needed to be adjusted every fourteen days. The hours or toki were each divided into tenths bu with the mid way or Shokuru marked with a baton. The hours were counted backwards and named after zodiacal animals. Consequently the current lot is annotated with two repeating sets of six numerals starting with the sixth hour denoting either the hour of the Hare (dawn) or Cock (sunset) and counts downwards through two sequences before clock needs to be rewound.Condition Report: The movement is in clean working condition with the only noticeable fault being a small section missing from the front apron for the pendulum pivot. The strike train is also in clean working condition. The case is in fine condition with no visible faults although there is some slight tarnishing to the vertical chapter scale. Overall the timepiece is a fine quality faithful replica with detailing both in the movement and the case very similar to that of the originals. There is a winding key present with the clock. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Dutch Friesland Staartklok with moonphase and alarmUnsigned, early 19th centuryThe posted countwheel bell striking movement with decorative baluster-turned uprights, anchor escapement regulated by 26 inch brass lenticular bob pendulum and weight-driven verge alarm mechanism positioned in front of the escapewheel for sounding on the hour bell above via a pivoted T-shaped hammer, the 10.5 inch painted Roman numeral break-arch dial with gilt scroll border decorated calendar aperture to the landscape painted centre within chapter ring with decorative half hour markers and Arabic five minutes beyond the arcaded minute ring, with scroll pierced brass hands incorporating alarm setting to centre and cherub painted spandrels, beneath arch with rolling moonphase within conforming scroll painted upper margin, the case with three giltwood finials over break-arch cornice, hinged glazed dial aperture and small arch-glazed doors to the sides of the hood, the base section with slender cavetto throat mouldings above pierced scroll-outline side panel brackets flanking enclosed pendulum fronted by break-arch lift-out panel centred with a decorative gilt lead cast lenticle, over shaped apron incorporating swollen projections to sides, 122cm (48ins) high overall.  Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire.  

Y A French Louis Philippe rosewood mantel clock and wall bracketLeRoy, Paris, circa 1845The circular countwheel bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by half-seconds disc-bob pendulum incorporating silk suspension, the backplate stamped LEROY, A PARIS over number 320 9*2, the circular white enamel Roman numeral dial inscribed LE ROY A PARIS to centre and with blued steel moon hands set within concentric band decorated brass surround behind hinged bevel-glazed bezel, the rectangular case with recessed panels to top front and sides each decorated with beaded quarter fillet mouldings and the rear with plain lift-out panel, over generous bead-banded cavetto moulded skirt base inset with conforming panels and with squab feet, the wall bracket contemporary with the clock with ripple-moulded table over serpentine scroll shaped support and inverted onion-shaped pendant back panel, the clock 41.5cm (16.25ins) high; the clock and wall bracket 49.5cm (19.5ins) high overall. The clockmaking firm Leroy can be traced back to 1785 when the business was founded by Basille Charles Le Roy at 60 Galerie de Pierre, Palais Royal, Paris. During the Revolutionary years the firm relocated to 88 Rue de L'Egalite before finally settling at Galerie Montpensier, 13 and 15 Palais Royal. In 1828 Basille Charles died leaving the business to his son, Charles-Louis, who continued producing clocks signed 'Le Roy & Fils' until 1845 when the firm was sold to his former employee Casimir Halley Desfontaines; who in turn was succeeded by his son M. George Halley Desfontaines in 1883. In 1888 M. George Halley died leaving the business to his brother Jules Halley who then took-in as a partner Louis Leroy (apparently no relation to the founders of the firm). In 1899 the firm left Palais Royal and moved to Boulevard de La Madeleine where it continued trading in the hands of various successors until well into the 20th century. Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial has repaired chipping to lower edge and significant cracking across the centre which has required some filling and stabilisation. The case is good original condition although is missing a 2 inch length of vertical bead quarter moulding to the left hand side of the front apron and another to the front of the left hand side as well as the adjacent piece of timber that forms the panel upright. The top panel is also missing a small length to the rear right hand corner. Otherwise case is generally in fine condition only having minor bumps, scuffs, very slight shrinkage and other age related blemishes.The bracket top panel is warped (curls-up to the left) and is has wear to the upper edge of the front moulding to the front left otherwise is in good original condition.Clock is complete with pendulum and winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Regency brass inlaid mahogany quarter-chiming bracket clockF.B. Adams, London, circa 1825The substantial six pillar triple chain fusee movement with anchor escapement regulated by lenticular bob half-seconds pendulum, chiming the quarters on a graduated nest of eight bells and sounding the hour on a further larger bell, mounted along with the pendulum holdfast bracket onto the stylised floral border engraved backplate signed Adams, LONDON to a shaped cartouche to centre, the eight inch circular cream painted convex Roman numeral dial signed F.B. ADAMS, LONDON to centre and with decorative pierced steel spade hands set behind convex glazed hinged cast brass bezel, the architectural case with brass pineapple finial set on a brass rosette decorated pedestal surmount and anthemion decorated acroteria to the simple triangular tympanum inlaid with a flowerhead centred panel and delicate scroll to fascia, over fleur-de-lys quadrant infill around the dial and rosette centred scroll decorated panel to apron flanked by full-height ebonised strip pilasters inlaid with repeating star motifs divided by a wavy line, the sides with brass lion's mask ring handles over rectangular brass fishscale sound frets, the rear with triangular-topped glazed door, the skirt base decorated with band of repeating stars over lozenge and scroll motifs to front, on brass ball feet; with original wall bracket incorporating conforming diamond lozenge inlay to the fascia of the platform over similarly decorated single down-curved support, the clock 58.5cm (23ins) high; the clock and wall bracket 76cm (30ins) high overall. Francis Bryant Adams is recorded in Loomes Brian, Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World, Volume 2 as apprenticed in 1821 and working in London from 1828. In 1832 he went into partnership with his sons and served as Master of the Clockmaker's Company 1848-49. The business is thought to have continued by his sons until circa 1875.Condition Report: The movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial appears to retain its original finish with some light rubbing/wear mainly around the winding holes as well as a few small patches of light degradation to the finish. The numerals and signature have been strengthened. The case is in sound original condition with significant faults limited to cracks above each side fret (passing beneath the side handles), The rear right hand finial is missing and there is a veneer chip to the same side at the rear of the base. Faults are otherwise very much limited to minor shrinkage, bumps, scuffs and minor lifting to the brass inlay in places. The bracket is original to the clock and is free from significant faults with overall condition commensurate with that of the clock case. Both the bracket and base of clock case are fitted with brass lined-holes to allow them to be secured together by a bolt - the bolt itself is not present.Clock has a case key but no winder. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A English carved and inlaid mahogany mantel timepiece Unsigned, probably early 20th century incorporating earlier elementsThe four pillar single chain fusee movement with large platform lever escapement regulated by sprung three-arm monometallic balance set between humps cut into the top of each of the plates, with a 4 inch circular convex silvered brass Roma numeral dial with Arabic five minutes to the outer track and fine pierced blued steel heart hands set behind hinged convex glazed cast brass bezel, in a case with brass vase finial to the acanthus panel carved concave sided pagoda upstand over simple cornice and crossbanded fiddle-back mahogany fascia inlaid with drapery swag to upper margin over leafy sprays beneath the dial, the sides veneered in crossbanded satinwood, the rear finished flush and with rectangular door, on chevron parquetry bordered cavetto moulded base and brass ogee bracket feet, 30cm (12.75ins) high excluding finial; 35.5cm (14ins) high overall. Provenance: The property of a private collector, Hertfordshire.Condition Report: The movement is mid 19th century and is in clean working condition with no evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements; the escapement is nicely finished in frosted gilt. The dial is probably 20th century but is in good condition with only slight tarnishing to the silvered finish. The case is most likely Edwardian (early 20th century) and has some slight cutting-out around the dial aperture to the inside to allow the movement to fit fully forward. Case otherwise is in good condition with only minor age related bumps scuffs etc. Timepiece is complete with a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer