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Lot 146

A fine George II japanned eight-day quarter chiming musical longcase clock... A fine George II japanned eight-day quarter chiming musical longcase clock Newman Cartwright, London, circa 1730 The substantial five pillar triple train rack and bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the musical train peeling the quarters and playing a choice of two tunes on the hour via a sixteen hammers on eight bells, the 12 inch brass break-arch dial with calendar aperture, subsidiary seconds dial and applied arched signature plate Newman Cartwright, London to the matted centre within applied Roman numeral chapter ring with Arabic five minutes to outer track, with pierced steel hands and applied female mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles beneath arch centred with A Minuett/A March tune selection dial flanked by dolphin cast mounts, in a black japanned case with domed caddy surmount to the blind fret fronted box upstand over moulded cornice and conforming infill to the quadrants above the break-arch glazed hood door decorated with gilt foliate trails, the sides with rectangular glazed apertures and quarter columns applied to bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with floral spray painted concave throat moulding over break-arch door finely decorated in raised polychrome and gilt with a stag being pursued by hounds within an arcadian Oriental landscape with pavillions, the surround further decorated with foliate trails beneath birds to upper quadrants, the sides painted with full height flowering foliage, on cavetto moulded plinth base with conforming landscape scene to front and applied skirt over squat ogee bracket feet (wear and loss to decoration), 234cm (92cm high). A clockmaker with the name Newman Cartwright does not appear to be recorded in the usual sources however a watch dating to around 1720 by 'N. Cartwright, Lombard Street' (with pierced silver pillars) is noted in Britten, F. J. FORMER CLOCK AND WATCH MAKERS AND THEIR WORK. In addition to this a walnut eight-day longcase clock by Newman Cartwright, also dating to around 1720, was sold at Chorley's, Prinknash Abbey on 24th June 2010 (lot 445) for £3,000 hammer. Finally a record of successful proceedings and notice of a meeting for debtors relating to the bankruptcy of Newman Cartwright 'of Lombard Street, Silversmith and Chapman' is recorded in the Gazette printed in late May or early June 1758.

Lot 47

A Swiss silver pair-cased verge pocket watch Bordier, Geneva A Swiss silver pair-cased verge pocket watch Bordier, Geneva, late 18th century The gilt full plate single fusee verge movement with four hexagonal section baluster pillars, sculpted stop-iron block and sprung three-arm steel balance, the backplate with delicate pierced and engraved silver balance bridge incorporating the letters J, L, A, B, set beside large silvered regulation disc and applied scroll pierced infill, the circumference signed Bordier , aGeneve, No. 29654 within applied decorative bright-cut silver band, fitted with circular white enamel Roman numeral dial with repeat signature Bordier, A GENEVE to centre, with Arabic quarters to outer track and fine scroll pierced gold hands (minute incomplete), the plain silver gilt inner case fitted with convex glass and suspension post and stamped with initials C. & M. surmounted by a crown over repeat serial number 29654 to inside of rear cover, the outer case with push-button clasp and engraved with panel incorporating musical trophy flanked by urns within concentric bright cut borders to rear, the pillar plate 34mm (1.25ins approx.) diameter, the outer case 46mm (1.625ins approx.) diameter overall. Provenance: The beneficiaries of the Estate of an Italian connoisseur collector of horological artefacts and works of art. The current lot is possibly by the firm Bordier Freres (established in 1787) with the initials of the brothers incorporated into the design of the balance bridge piercing.

Lot 109

A fine Lithuanian engraved gilt brass horizontal striking table clock signed... A fine Lithuanian engraved gilt brass horizontal striking table clock signed with initials J. G., Vilnius, mid 17th century The single fusee movement with four fine steel baluster pillars secured via decorative nuts through the backplate, verge escapement regulated by sprung three-arm balance and engraved standing barrel for the countwheel hour striking mechanism incorporating decorative floral trail engraved gate and sounding via grotesque mask decorated hammer on a bell mounted beneath the movement, the backplate with fine single-footed flowering tulip pierced and engraved balance cock beside rose engraved countwheel, conforming cocked mainspring barrel ratchet with sculpted steel spring and engraved inscription J G, Wilna within an oblong cartouche, the square engraved gilt brass dial decorated with cupid seated beside a cage containing lovebirds and with sculpted steel hand to centre, within applied pewter Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised fleur-de-lys half hour markers and cast silver coloured metal winged cherub head spandrels to angles, the movement and dial fitting into the case from above and secured by three foliate pierced lugs screwed to the backplate, the exterior with hatched-scroll engraved dial surround over complex top mouldings and lozenge-shaped side windows with applied raised surrounds flanked by stylised female terms to angles, the base with conforming lower mouldings and hinged bottom panel incorporating the bell secured by a sculpted steel strap, on four winged mask and paw cast feet, 11.5cm (4.5ins) wide; 8.2cm (3.25ins) high. Although signed for a maker based in Vilnius, Lithuania the current clock is distinctly Germanic in both its overall form and detailing. This is not unusual as many mid 17th century clocks bearing signatures of makers residing in various important city-states throughout central eastern Europe share similar strong Germanic traits. From this it would be reasonable to suggest that such clocks were either bought-in from makers based in Southern Germany (mainly Augsburg or Nuremburg) or were made locally closely copying German practice. The current lot is notable in that it appears to have survived in good original condition with the only significant alteration being the provision of a sprung balance to improve timekeeping. The movement is well finished with an abundance of engraved details (which even extends to the three lugs for securing the movement into the case screwed into the backplate). The steelwork is also particularly fine with detents and springs finely sculpted with complex mouldings and scroll terminals.

Lot 66

A brass and silver limited edition skeleton timepiece 'The Money Clock A brass and silver limited edition skeleton timepiece 'The Money Clock' Thwaites and Reed Limited, 1979 The eight-day movement with platform lever escapement and passing strike sounding on a bell mounted above the plates shaped as the symbol for GBP Sterling united by five cylindrical double-screwed pillars, the front with silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with fleur-de-lys half hour markers and scalloped outer edge beneath stamped edition number NO.113 , mounted on circular wooden base inset with an 500 gram ingot of 999 standard silver bullion issued by JOHNSON MATTHEY, LONDON and numbered HK 10357 , the clock 16.5cm (6.5ins) high; with authentication certificate and glass dome cover, 20.5cm (8ins) high overall.

Lot 3

A silver mounted shagreen cased part set of mathematical drawing instruments... A silver mounted shagreen cased part set of mathematical drawing instruments Heath and Wing, London, circa 1760 The green velvet lined interior comprising a lower tier now containing folding silver coloured metal mounted ironmonger's rule engraved in inches and with tables annotated for various sections of iron, one end fitted with sliding calliper and the edge stamped T. WYBAUN ; an upper tier fitted with an assortment of draughtsman's implements including a silver proportional dividing compass with sharp steel tipped arms each pierced with long slots for the sliding pivot assembly with knurled screw for securing against scales divided for Circles and Lin. to one side and Plans and Solids next to signature Heath & Wing, London to the other; the lid with flap revealing a silver mounted ivory expanding parallel ruler and a matching mathematical sector rule annotated with the usual logarithmic, trigonometric and other scales and signed Heath & Wing to the silver hinge mount, the exterior veneered in green-stained sharkskin with shaped silver lock escutcheon, fretwork plates for the surface mounted hinges and a pair of hook clasps, (incomplete and with substitutions), 19.5cm (7.75ins) wide. The partnership between Thomas Heath and Tycho Wing is recorded in Clifton, Gloria Directory of British Scientific Instrument Makers 1550-1851 as working from several addresses in London 1751-73 including 'Hercules and Globe' next door to Fountain Tavern, Strand in 1759 and Near the Savoy Gate in the Strand in 1771. They were succeeded by Thomas Newman.

Lot 106

A fine Renaissance gilt brass and silver mounted oval pre-hairspring pendant... A fine Renaissance gilt brass and silver mounted oval pre-hairspring pendant clockwatch Josias Jolly, Paris, circa 1630 The incomplete oval gilt full plate single fusee verge movement with four shouldered baluster pillars pinned through the backplate applied with fine asymmetric floral scroll pierced and engraved balance cock and conforming mainspring barrel set-up ratchet guard, the edge signed Josias, Iolly, AParis , the fine single sheet engraved fire-gilt brass dial with steel hand and centre decorated with scene of the Samaritan woman conversing with Christ at the well within applied silver Roman numeral chapter ring with wheatear half hour markers and fine foliate scroll chased oval surround incorporating a cherub to upper edge over pair of grotesques to sides and a winged cherub mask to lower margin, the two-piece oval section case with delicate leafy wreath engraved decoration to inside of the convex brass front cover incorporating seven-joint hinge block decorated with a winged angel mask opposing conforming fixed convex panel to rear, the waist with gadroon mouldings bordering applied red silk backed scroll pierced and engraved applied silver sound fret collar, the base with inverted finial and clasp opposing pendant cast as a tulip bud to top, (strike train lacking), the movement pillar plate 41mm (1.6ins) by 36mm (1.4ins), the watch 71mm (2.8ins) high to top of suspension post. Provenance: The beneficiaries of the Estate of an Italian connoisseur collector of horological artefacts and works of art. Josias Jolly is recorded in Baillie, Watchamkers & Clockmakers of the World as a Master working in Paris 1609-40. Jolly was a Protestant born in Blois whose surviving work shows significant diversity however he is perhaps now best known for a watch with highly decorated enamel case executed by a member the Toutin school residing in the collection of Walters Art Museum, Baltimore (ex. Demidoff collection). The basic oval form of the current lot is reminiscent of an early 'Puritan' watch, of which an example (signed 'Chapelle' and dating to around 1625) is illustrated in Camerer Cuss, T.P. The Country Life Book of WATCHES on page 15 (plate 7). The addition of the fine decorative pierced silver band (between gadroon mouldings) to the waist of the present watch would have served to allow the sound of the hour bell (formerly fitted within the rear of the case) to be heard as well as cater for the demand for decoration from clients not so concerned with Puritan values. Indeed a similar blind engraved border can be seen on timepiece by Robert Grinkin, London illustrated in Camerer Cuss on page 19 (plate 10). The presence of this band indicates that decoration was as, if not more, important than function. Incidentally the timepiece by Grinkin also exhibits very similar engraved foliate wreath border decoration to the inside of the dial cover. The current lot is particularly rare as it was originally made as a clockwatch. Unfortunately the strike train has now been removed however the going train appears to have survived with no obvious signs of alteration and has a particularly fine fusee. The dial is exquisitely engraved and in fine condition; indeed the general overall condition of the watch would make restoration of the strike train eminently viable and rewarding.

Lot 105

Cased set of Mockba 1980 Moscow Olympics silver proof coins in original case. (28) CONDITION REPORT: No obvious damage.

Lot 27

A Silver Plated Travelling Beaker and Measure Set.

Lot 139

A Framed Pallet Knife Oil, Silver Birches, Signed Akin.

Lot 212

An Oval Silver Mounted Photo Frame.

Lot 159

A Tray of Metal Wares to Include Brass Primus Stove, Brass Blow Torch, Silver Plated Goblets Tankards Etc.

Lot 210

A Set of Four Silver Plated Salts and A Dutch Cake Slice.

Lot 33

A Pair of 19th Century Silver Plated Candle Sticks.

Lot 128

A Collection of Silver Plated and Bone Handled Cutlery.

Lot 183

Two Silver Plate Mounted Claret Jugs.

Lot 206

A Collection of Silver Tea Spoons, Silver Serving Spoon, Silver Handled Button Hook Etc.

Lot 114

A Tray of Silver Plate to Include Pheasant Ornaments, Teapot, Cream Jug, Salver, Table Lighter Etc.

Lot 119

A Tray of Metal Ware to Include Silver Plated Gallery Tray, Copper Ewer, Silver Plated Ice Bucket, Silver Plated Trays, Candelabra Etc.

Lot 178

A Tray of Sundries to Include Lager Stein, Silver Plate Mounted Decanter, Hare and Bird Figures, Pewter Cats, Scroll Container Etc.

Lot 187

A Collection of Silver Plate to Include Cake Basket, Circular Pierced Bowl, Candle Stick.

Lot 118

A Collection of Cased Silver Plated Cutlery, Carving Set Etc.

Lot 208

A Silver and Mother of Pearl Handled Two Bladed Pen Knife and A Scottish Silver Spoon.

Lot 211

A Cased Silver Egg Cup by Harrods Together with An Unrelated Spoon.

Lot 310

A bag containing a quantity of silver and white metal jewellery to include Caithness pendant, large locket etc.

Lot 689

Fifteen various silver and silver and enamel Military sweetheart brooches. (R45)

Lot 267

A small quantity of various silver and silver plated items.

Lot 376

A 14 carat gold CZ set diamond ring (af) together with a silver paste set ring.

Lot 604

A Boys Brigade lapel badge together with a silver Boys Brigade medal.

Lot 243

A sterling silver tankard (361.5 grams).

Lot 144

Three various silver plated items including a biscuit barrel.

Lot 306

A collection of six 9 carat gold and silver rings to include Cameo, Art Deco, paste etc.

Lot 270

A small quantity of scrap silver items.

Lot 391

A bag containing mixed silver and other jewellery items, mother of pearl and marcasite earrings etc. (R29)

Lot 326

A 9 carat gold citrine set ring together with a silver similar.

Lot 254

A Scottish silver Toddy ladle with twist stem. (R15)

Lot 524

Three boxes containing a large quantity of silver plated items.

Lot 256

A silver compact with engraved floral decoration.

Lot 255

A silver Christening set comprising egg cup, serviette ring and spoon in original presentation case together with a silver inkwell (no liner).

Lot 371

A Charles Horner large silver and enamel Bermuda badge marked with entwined CH together with another Bermuda badge. (R3)

Lot 96

An Art Deco silver plated cocktail shaker together with a chaffing dish, chamber candlestick and a pair of silver on copper candlesticks.

Lot 379

A sterling silver and turquoise coloured stone necklace, bracelet and ring set together with a box containing a quantity of mixed jewellery, some gold, silver etc.

Lot 94

A quantity of various silver plated trays and salvers together with various coasters.

Lot 250

A silver metal Toddy ladle together with a silver lidded cut glass dressing table pot.

Lot 157

A mahogany box decorated with a silver plated mount of a Football Match dated 19/12/1907 by T. Swaffield Brown, possibly a Military related presentation box together with a brass bound early 20th century writing slope.

Lot 208

An 1887 Victorian silver half Crown.

Lot 77

A silver on copper twin handled urn shaped ice bucket.

Lot 249

A Chinese silver metal tankard with bamboo handle and repousse leaf decoration with gilt interior, signed to base K.H.C. (Khecheong?). Weight - 174.8g. Height 8.5cm.

Lot 269

A boxed set of silver handled fish knives and forks together with other cutlery.

Lot 141

A collection of various silver plated items including a spoon warmer.

Lot 692

Ten various Royal Navy silver and enamel sweetheart brooches. (R44)

Lot 245

A pair of small Indian silver metal bowls decorated with figures together with two silver serviette rings.

Lot 395

A box containing various silver jewellery items including a Norwegian brooch, enamelled butterfly hat pin top etc.

Lot 248

A Victorian silver bachelor's teapot 1887 (320 grams overall).

Lot 187

A mother of pearl inlaid rosewood box containing a quantity of various silver and plated napkin rings, costume jewellery and other items.

Lot 407

A gentleman's silver cased full Hunter pocket watch, white enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary hand, case made by Dennison Watch Co. together with a ladies' silver cased fob watch with all over floral decoration (both af).

Lot 264

A pair of Continental silver metal beakers with engraved decoration.

Lot 261

A modern silver five photo photograph frame together with a horn handled Scottish Dirk in silver mounted leather sheath and an Eastern silver metal bowl and cover.

Lot 156

Two silver on copper meat covers together with three entree dishes.

Lot 253

A small Kings pattern silver ladle (69.2 grams). (R16)

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