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French serpentine cased brass carriage clock, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals, housed in a morocco leather travelling caseClock appears to be running when wound although we cannot guarantee the working condition of any clock, evidence of old brass polish to seams and interior of door, case in poor condition
A rare late 18th century French striking Capucine travelling clock with alarm.Janvier l'Aîré, A St ClaudeSurmounted by a loop handle and bell over four turned finials and rectangular glass panels the white enamel Roman and Arabic dial with gilt hands, and blued steel alarm setting hand, the movement with vertical verge escapement mounted on the backplate, striking on the bell, the alarm sounding via a double headed hammer. 19cms (7ins) high (1)Footnotes:Provenance: Antiquorum Geneva, Important Watches, Wristwatches and Clocks, 19 October 1997, lot 499.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A mixed lot of silver items, various dates and makers, comprising: a silver travelling clock, London 1915, rounded rectangular form, initialled, five silver-mounted scent bottles, three silver-mounted toilet jars, a hand mirror, a bonbon dish, two vases, and an electroplated purse. (qty) Provenance: The late Greta Morrison, widow of Bryan Morrison.
Richard Lloyd, Bridgnorth a Georgian alarm wall clock on bracket: the thirty-hour duration timepiece movement having an anchor escapement with a subsidiary alarm sounding on a bell, the seven-inch brass break-arch dial engraved with black Roman numerals, decorative corners and signed within the arch in scroll engraving Richard Lloyd, Bridgnorth, with a single blued steel hand and alarm setting disc to the centre, complete with a later wall bracket, height 54cm inc. bracket.*Biography Richard Lloyd is recorded as working in Bridgnorth, Shropshire from circa 1789 until at least 1809 when he advertised in the December addition of the Shropshire Journal, 'Clockmakers wanted. Two or three journeymen in that above line. Good workmen will receive good wages and constant Employ, by Applying to Mr. Lloyd, Bridgnorth, and all travelling expenses paid.'*Notes Reference Douglas J. Elliott, Shropshire Clock and Watchmakers, Pub. Phillimore 1979.
A good second half of the 19th century French engraved gorge cased petite sonnerie striking and repeating carriage clock in original caseNumbered 702Engraved allover, including the rippled handle, with flowerheads and foliate scrolls, the top with oval bevelled glass aperture in a mask over fully engraved side panels and a shuttered rear door, the white enamel Roman dial with Breguet style blued steel hands set over an Arabic alarm setting dial within the foliate mask, the movement with gilt lever platform escapement and bimetallic balance striking on a pair of blued steel coiled gongs. In the original tooled leather travelling case with brass C-shaped handle over twin brass locking hasps. With later double-ended key. Not currently ticking or striking. 14cms (5.5ins) high. Footnotes:The outer case of this clock is particularly rare - it not only has a brass handle and hasps, but is also further embellished with tooling to the top panel and the sliding protective cover, in the manner of the finest leather bound books of the day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A good early 20th century French lacquered brass hump back striking and repeating carriage clock in original velvet-lined presentation case, with original numbered keyL. LeRoy et Cie, 7 Bd. de la Madeleine, Paris, No.18299The case surmounted by a raised C-scroll handle on a block over applied shoulders and bun feet, the 3.25 inch arched silvered dial with Arabic chapter ring on an engine turned mask, with gilt hands, the lever platform escapement with compensated bimetallic balance striking the hours and half-hours on a blued steel coiled gong, the backplate with hand engraved signature and the letter 'A', further set with a silvered alarm setting disc, the underside of the case repeat numbered 18299, together with the original travelling case, initialed to the front with the initials G.R.with maroon velvet interior with recessed base to accommodate the numbered double-ended winding key. Ticking and striking. 17cms (7ins) high.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A good late 19th century gorge cased carriage clock with alarm and repeat, in original travelling caseRetailed by Barraud & Lund, Pall Mall, London. Possibly by Jacot.The case with rippled handle over a well moulded cornice, bevelled glass inspection panel and repeat button over bevelled glass side panels, to a cast base, the signed white enamel Roman and Arabic dial with blued steel hands and subsidiary alarm dial, the spring driven movement with silvered lever platform escapement, compensated bimetallic balance and blued steel gong. Ticking and striking.Sold with the original leather and blue velvet lined travelling case (handle and glass inspection panel now lacking, the lid of the case currently unhinged) and an associated double ended winding key. 16cms (6.25ins) high. (3)For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A fine and rare early 20th century French giant, grande sonnerie stiking carriage clock with running seconds, calendar and alarm, with case and original numbered keyMade by Drocourt for Tiffany & Co, Geneva, numbered 14547The gorge case with typical rippled handle and elaborate cornice over shaped uprights and a concave base, with heavy bevelled glass panels, the white enamel Roman and Arabic dial with running seconds at XII and good matching gilt hands, signed for the retailers and set over a shaped aperture revealing three subsidiaries displaying day of the week, time of alarm and date of the month, all within an engraved mask of foliate scrolls, the substantial signed and numbered movement with large gilt platform and cut and compensated bimetallic balance, striking the hours and quarters on a pair of blued steel coiled gongs set in a block stamped F.D., the trains wound via the original numbered key, all hands set with integral knurled knobs, the case numbered to the underside and set with a three-position selection lever offering a choice of 'Striking, Silent and Full Striking' options. The leather travelling case with applied printed label to the underside for 'The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Ltd., and with decorative brass button feet in the form of flowerheads, (lid and sliding front cover lacking). Ticking, but not currently striking/repeating. 25cms (10ins.) high (3)For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
JAEGER LECOULTRE - a Vintage gold plated travelling alarm clock timepiece, silvered dial with painted Deco Arabic numerals, central alarm dial and date aperture, calibre K911, serial no. 1759708, case no. 1044680, cased height 49mm, working order, in original branded pouchVery good original working order, no damage to glass or dial, case bezel has a couple of small nicks and abrasions, strut back is working, crown's working, hands adjust smoothly
ZENITH WATCH COMPANY; a 19th century brass cased travelling alarm clock, the circular dial set with Arabic numerals and retailer's plaque for John Byrne & Son of Liverpool, raised on four bun feet, height 5.5cm.Additional InformationGeneral wear and light scratches throughout, the face with scratches to dial, the case with heavy wear and use.
Thirteen assorted mantel clocks, including mahogany cased Art Deco example with chrome mounts, height 21cm, length 30cm, also a Smiths eight day travelling clock (13) (part af).Additional InformationWe do not guarantee the movement of any clock, general wear throughout the travelling clock with extensive wear/rips to case.
A collection of ladies vintage accessories and accoutrements, including a pair of Taylor-Woods nylon stockings in the original box, a Royal College of Music silk scarf, a 1950s glove pouch, two stocking bags, a silver miniature scent bottle holder with floral decoration, a pair of Aqua Skips blue suede and leather shoes (unused), a manicure set, a Wehrle square travelling alarm clock in a blue case, handkerchiefs and more (parcel)
A brass striking carriage clock, early 20th century, twin barrel movement with a later platform lever escapement, with fitted outer travelling case CONDITION REPORT: Case is discoloured, back door glass panel with chips, dial is clean, movement with a later platform escapement, movement is striking and in going order.
A fine French engraved gilt brass carriage clock in the English tasteUnsigned, probably Paris, third quarter of the 19th centuryThe eight-day two train bell striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement stamped with serial number 1663 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the inset arched gilt brass dial with finely engraved and engine-turned floral bloom and strapwork engraved centre , blued steel moon hands and generous acanthus scroll decorated infill to apron set within a conforming C-scroll and leafy trail decorated mask, the case with S-scroll outline hinged carrying handle above bevelled top glass within fine foliate strapwork engraved and horizontal engine-hatched surround applied with oval finials to each corner, with slender channelled frieze and fluted three-quarter column uprights enclosing a pair of side panels each finely engraved with pair of engine-turned floral spray engraved shaped panels to centre and conforming landscape engraved panels depicting coastal shipping and a riverscape to upper and lower margins within an intense leafy scroll decorated field, the back door of conforming design but incorporating Lakeland scenes, on cavetto moulded stepped skirt base decorated with floral sprays issuing from a scallop shell the each side 13.5cm (5.25ins) high excluding handle; with a tooled maroon leather covered outer travelling case. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The quality of the engraved decoration to the current lot can be best described as exceptional. The sides and rear panel are particularly noteworthy in that they employ a mixture of fine detail engraving and very precise engine-turned hatched infill to give texture and the impression of depth to the landscape scenes. Indeed when the clock is moved under differing light conditions the surfaces reflect the light in a very effective manner causing the decoration to 'come alive'. The overall form and feel of the present clock is very reminiscent of English work particularly makers such as McCabe, Dent, and Cole (see Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS page 277, Fig. 18.14) although Swiss makers also produced clocks along a similar theme during the second quarter of the 19th century (see Roberts, page 71, Fig. 4.3).Condition Report: Movement appears complete and free from visible alterations, repairs or replacements but is a little dirty/neglected. The escapement will beat but only for a few oscillations before stopping which suggests that the train is sound but requires a clean and overhaul. The strike train is in working condition. The dial is undamaged. The case is generally in fine condition with faults limited to slight bruising of the top surface where the baton of the handle rests when the hinged down position and a couple of minor spots of discolouration to the cornice Un-engraved surfaces). Otherwise gilding is in fine condition and the very fine engraving crisp and clear. The front glass has some very shallow internal chipping to the lower right hand corner. The travelling box is structurally sound but has wear and scuffing to exterior. Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A fine French carriage clock with unusual glass bead highlighted Aesthetic style porcelain panels and push-button repeatAchille Brocot, Paris, circa 1870The eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with central AB within a star trademark over serial number 354 to lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial panel overall painted in gilt and silver with butterfly inhabited stylised foliage incorporating toned glass bead applied infill to the wings of each insect, the centre with gilt floral spray within Roman numeral chapter ring and with blued steel hands, the lacquered brass case with ringed baton centred hinged handle over bevelled top glass and cavetto cornice, the angles with ribbed 'quoin' uprights and the sides inset with additional Aesthetic style porcelain panels each matching the dial with glass bead decorated butterfly inhabited stylised flowering foliage within a cream field, on complex cavetto and ogee moulded plinth base, (corner crack to right hand panel), 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. Achille Brocot is recorded in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as born in 1817 and died in 1878. The Museums Victoria (Australia) website notes that Achille patented several improvements in clock mechanism escapements, and invented the 'Brocot Suspension', an adjustable pendulum spring which enabled time keeping to be regulated by altering the length of the pendulum suspension spring by a key turned in the dial. He also introduced a jewelled deadbeat escapement, sometimes called a visible escapement as it was often mounted in the middle of the dial. Achille was awarded a first class medal at the Paris Exhibition in 1855, and in 1856 was appointed Treasurer to La Société des Horlogers in Paris. He published a "Calculation of the Wheels by Approximation" in 1862. His sons Achille and Paul continued the business following Achille senior's death 1878. The firm was taken over by rival clock maker Gustave Gibaudet in 1889. The porcelain panels of the current lot are unusual in that they incorporate applied clustered coloured glass bead infill to the wings of the butterfies which catches and reflects light in such a way as to bring the insects to life. This is due to the intensity of the reflected light changing as the angle from which the panels are viewed varies, and is particularly effective when lit straight-on by a single source. Two carriage clocks with similarly decorated panels are illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 158-59 (Figs 9.55 and 9.56).Condition Report: Movement appears complete and free from visible alterations, repairs or replacements. The movement is running and the strike train is in working condition including the repeat mechanism. The dial is in fine condition with no visible damage. The right hand panel has a significant corner crack which is particularly noticeable hence is detrimental however as it appears to be a clean break no doubt invisible restoration is possible in the hands of a good ceramic restorer. Otherwise damage to both panels is limited to light crazing and a few tiny 'gnats bite' chips to the edges. The gilt lacquer finish to the case has some light patchy discolouration in places, the rear door glass has some tiny chips to the upper corners, the front glass appears free from visible faults.The clock does not have a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A French gilt brass and porcelain mantel clock garniture with unusual glass bead highlighted decoration Achille Brocot, Paris, circa 1895 The 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 2425 15.5, the circular cream ground porcelain dial decorated with butterfly inhabited silver and gilt floral spray incorporating blue glass bead applied infill to the wings of the insect within Roman numeral cartouche chapter ring, with blued steel hands within canted brass bezel, the break-arch case with surmount cast as a twin handled urn resting on scrolls and with four foliate bud finials to angles over moulded cornice and front inset with a concave-topped porcelain panel beneath the dial decorated with two butterflies incorporating toned glass bead applied infill to the wings set within gilt and silvered flowering foliage, on skirt base with generous acanthus cast top moulding and presentation inscribed To MR. AND MRS A. Mc AUGHEY, On the occasion of their marriage, BY THE, Franklin ST Collar Co'y LTD and their Employees, NOV'R 1ST 1897, 33cm (13ins) high; the garniture side pieces each formed as a twin handled urn with pineapple finial over conforming bead decorated butterfly inhabited flowering foliage to the shouldered ovoid porcelain body and leaf cast foot, 26.5cm (16.5ins) 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 porcelain sections of the current lot are unusual in that they incorporate applied clustered coloured glass bead infill to the wings of the butterflies which catches and reflects light in such a way as to bring the insects to life. This is due to the intensity of the reflected light changing as the angle from which they are viewed varies, and is particularly effective when lit straight-on by a single source. This scarce form of decoration is normally only seen on a select few carriage clock cases with an example incorporating comparable decoration to all parts of the case also included in the present sale (lot 116). Another two carriage clocks also with similarly decorated panels are illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 158-59 (Figs 9.55 and 9.56). Condition Report: Movement is in working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements with the exception of the hammer for the gong; although the mechanism appears relatively clean a service is advised. The chapter ring of the dial has very light rubbing. The case is generally in good original unrestored condition with only very light wear/discolouration to the original finishes to the metal work. The porcelain appears free from visible damage with the only apparent fault being some noticeable rubbing to the silver detailing to the panel beneath the dial. The urn side pieces are in sound original condition commensurate with the case. Clock has a pendulum but no winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A fine French gilt brass carriage clock with Aesthetic style porcelain panels and push-button repeat Unsigned, Paris, late 19th century The eight-day gong two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 259 to lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial panel overall painted in polychrome and gilt with asymmetric panels incorporating polychrome coastal landscape scene and two further red and black gilt landscapes, within a cream field populated with a gilt dragon and stylised foliage, the centre with gilt butterfly within Roman numeral chapter ring and with blued steel spade hands, the frosted gilt brass case a variant of the pillars design with baton centred geometric outline hinged handle over bevelled top glass, caddy top moulding and scalloped 'pagoda' cornice, the angles with bamboo three-quarter column uprights, the sides inset with additional Aesthetic style porcelain panels matching the dial with arrangement of shaped polychrome, puce, blue, iron-red and black ground landscape panels within a cream ground incorporating gilt birds and insects and a rat amongst stylised flowering foliage, on complex moulded plinth base with copper-plated milled band stepped skirt, the inside of the rear of the case stamped 200, 17cm (6.75ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The design of the porcelain panels of the current lot draw their inspiration from Japanese art in particular Satsuma pottery. The study and interpretation of Japanese decorative arts was a core element of the Aesthetic Movement which in-turn influenced Orientalist design which became highly fashionable during the latter quarter of the 19th century. Furthermore the 'pagoda' design of the case compliments the Aesthetic feel of the panels resulting in an object which is fully integrated in its visual qualities. A closely related clock is illustrated on the rear dust jacket of Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS. Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The dial has a crack across the upper right hand corner (visible on closer examination) and very light rubbing to the chapter ring otherwise is in fine condition. The side panels appear free from damage or visible restoration although some light glaze crazing is apparent. The gilt detail to the porcelain panel is in very good condition withy next to no/very minimal wear. The case is in very fine condition with no apparent wear to the gilding and no visible damage to the glasses. Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A fine French gilt brass bamboo cased carriage clock with Aesthetic style porcelain panels, push-button repeat and alarmUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and sounding the alarm on the same gong, the backplate stamped with serial number 2051 to lower left hand corner, the rectangular porcelain dial panel overall painted in polychrome and gilt with asymmetric panels of carp, herons and insects within a cream field populated with a bird, butterfly inhabiting stylised foliage, the centre with gilt on iron-red Roman numeral cartouche chapter ring and blued steel hands over conforming alarm setting dial to lower margin, the gilt brass bevel glazed bamboo case with frame modelled to resemble sections of bamboo overlapping at the corners, the top with conforming hinged carrying handle and panel-glazed escapement aperture and the sides inset with additional Aesthetic style porcelain panels matching the dial with arrangement of shaped panels and objects decorated with carp, birds and other motifs within a cream ground incorporating birds and insects amongst flowering foliage within a blue and gilt geometric border, on integral bamboo stump feet, 16.5cm (6.5ins) excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The design of the porcelain panels of the current lot draw their inspiration from Japanese art in particular Satsuma pottery. The study and interpretation of Japanese decorative arts was a core element of the Aesthetic Movement which in-turn influenced Orientalist design which became highly fashionable during the latter quarter of the 19th century. Furthermore the 'bamboo' design of the case compliments the Aesthetic feel of the panels resulting in an object which is fully integrated in its visual qualities. A group of timepieces illustrating the variations on the theme of the current lot can be found in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 172-73 (Fig. 10.16-17).Condition Report: Movement is in clean working condition with no visible signs of alteration or significant replacements. The strike train is currently out of sync with the hands otherwise all is working as it should. The dial is in fine condition with no visible faults. The case presents as being in good condition however both side panels have repaired cracks to corners -the left hand to the lower left and the right hand to both lower corners and upper left. These cracks are visible hence can be seen on examination but are not are not considered disfiguring by ourselves. The rear door glass has chipping to the lower right hand corner, the top glass is free from damage. The lacquered finish to the frame of the case has only very slight discolouration and wear in places.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A fine French gilt brass bamboo cased carriage clock with relief enamelled panels and push-button repeatProbably by Jules Brunelot, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day gong striking movement with platform lever escapement and stamped with trademark B within a circle to lower left hand corner, the rectangular enamel dial panel overall decorated with pair of relief wading cranes, flowering shrubbery and bamboo shoots incorporating Roman numeral cartouche chapter ring and blued steel spade hands, the gilt brass bevel glazed bamboo case with frame modelled to resemble sections of bamboo overlapping at the corners, the top with conforming hinged carrying handle and panel-glazed escapement aperture and the sides inset with additional relief chinoiserie enamel panels matching the dial with male opposing female wading cranes and butterflies amongst flowering bamboo shoots within a cream ground, on integral bamboo stump feet, (original platform escapement replaced but present with the clock) 16.5cm (6.5ins) excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The trademark stamped to the lower left hand corner of the backplate of the current lot (letter B within a circle) is noted in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development as possibly being for Jules Brunelot although no evidence has been found to confirm this.The enamel panels of the current lot are unusual in that details such as the cranes, insects and and larger floral blooms are picked-out in relief giving the scene a three-dimensional appearance. This style of enamel work is rare however a similar example is illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS page 173 (Fig. 10.18). The overall visual effect exemplifies the Orientalist style which was at its height during the 1880's. Traditionally cranes in Chinese art represent peace and longevity, although the decoration is very much an European interpretation the symbolism would seem highly appropriate for a carriage clock.Condition Report: Movement is basically in working condition however the strike train is currently not sounding the hour at the hour (single blow at the half hour is operational). The repeat function operates as it should. The escapement is a modern replacement however a period correct silvered platform in apparently undamaged condition is supplied with the clock. The dial has slight rubbing to the black of the numerals otherwise appears to be in fine condition. The case exhibits no noticeable wear to the gilding and the side panels appear to be perfect. The glass panel to the rear door has chipping to the lower right corner.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A fine French frosted gilt brass carriage clock with multi-coloured relief cast foliate decorated anglaise riche case, push-button repeat and alarmUnsigned, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and alarm sounding on the same gong, the backplate stamped with serial number 433 to lower left and the frontplate stamped with indistinct number ..33 to lower left hand corner and 32 to centre with a larger stamp, the dial with gilt Roman numeral chapter ring inset into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief with bird and butterfly inhabited floral trails, with blued steel hands and conforming alarm setting dial to lower margin, the bevel-glazed frosted gilt brass anglaise riche with every surface decorated with bands and panels of bird inhabited floral sprays picked-out in gilt, silver and copper on a grey patinated ground, including the frame of the gilt reeded baton centred hinged carrying handle, Corinthian column shafts, frame of the back door and mouldings of the skirt base, 18cm (7ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The highly decorative bands and panels decorating every surface of the current lot employs a series of differing techniques to gild, silver, copper and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast and engraved scenes to provide depth and contrast. A related example incorporating comparable decoration to all parts of the case is illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS on page 160 (Fig. 9.38) where the decoration is described as 'quite outstanding' and 'must have been one of the most time consuming methods of decorating a carriage clock'Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition, the strikework (including the repeat mechanism) is fully operational. The going train mainspring is wound and escapement will beat for a few seconds before stopping suggesting that the going train is in sound condition but oil/lubrication has dried-out hence a gentle clean/service will most likely be required. The movement exhibits no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The alarm is in working condition although the setting pointed appears to be out-of-sync with the releasing mechanism. The dial is appears to be in in perfect condition. The case which is in similar condition exhibiting no noticeable wear to the finish or chips to the glasses.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A fine French gilt brass carriage bow-sided clock with multi-coloured relief cast foliate decorated dial and push-button repeat Unsigned, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 1879 to lower left corner of the backplate, the frontplate further stamped with 79 over S to lower left and again with two indistinct characters to centre, the dial with silvered Roman numeral chapter ring inset into a rectangular panel sculpted in relief with bird and butterfly inhabited floral trails picked-out in gilt and silver on a grey patinated ground, with blued steel hands and conforming decoration to centre, the bevel-glazed case a bow-sided variation of the anglaise riche design with spiral fluted baton to the hinged carrying handle over thick D-ended top glass, complex moulded cornice and fluted frieze, the angles with twist fluted three-quarter columns incorporating copper finished Corinthian capitals and the sides with generous bowed glasses, on cavetto moulded shaped skirt base incorporating shallow block feet, 17.5cm (7ins) high excluding handle. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The highly decorative dial mask of the current lot employs a series of differing techniques to gild, silver and chemically patinate the finely finished relief cast and engraved infill to provide depth and contrast. The bow-sided design of the case is particularly attractive and scarce variant of the anglaise riche design which can directly compared to a porcelain panel inset example by Drocourt illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS on page 96 (Fig. 6.26
A French gilt brass carriage clock with figural painted porcelain panels and push-button repeatThe movement stamped L.F., Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with silvered platform lever escapement and stamped with L.F., PARIS shield trademark over serial number 4437 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the rectangular porcelain dial panel incorporating vertical Arabic hour numerals and blued steel spade hands over scene of two female figures in 18th century dress seated on a settee next to a pond with a swan within an Arcadian garden terrace, the Neoclassical case with hinged textured reeded baton handle over thick shaped bevelled top glass and inverted breakfronted cornice incorporating rosette-centred panels above three quarter columns with textured reeded shafts and leafy capitals to angles, the sides with finely painted panels with fill length figures of 18th century gallants within garden landscapes with chateaux backdrops, on conforming inverted breakfronted skirt base applied with cast repeating Neoclassical scroll infill and rosette to angles over squat toupe feet, (some damage to dial and right hand panel), 17cm (6.75ins) high. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The Neoclassical design of the current lot is a scarce pattern which can be directly compared to an example illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 174 (Fig 10.19) and appears to draw its inspiration from the finest early French examples made by Breguet during the 1820's (see Roberts pages 25-29). The shield trademark L.F., PARIS stamped to the lower left hand corner of the backplate of the appears not to be recorded in the usual sources.Condition Report: The movement appears free from alteration and significant replacements, and is working condition (with the strike and repeat functioning as they should) however the mechanism is a little dirty/tarnished so a gentle clean and overhaul is advised. The dial panel has a crack running up the right hand side of the lower half (up to a securing screw) and chipping around a securing screw to the left hand side. Both of these faults are fairly visible. The right hand side panel has a vertical crack through the centre as well as lesser cracks/chipping to the upper corners, these faults are also fairly noticeable hence detract from the appearance of the panel to a degree. The left hand panel appears undamaged except for a few tine chips to both upper corners. The case is in good overall condition with overall minor rubbing/discolouration to the lacquered and gilt surfaces. There are two small shallow depressions in the casting of the top each side of the repeat button suggesting that a presentation inscription has been removed (polished-out) at some point. The glasses appear free from noticeable chips although a couple of very tiny 'gnats bites' can be detected on very close examination.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
An unusual French engraved gilt brass carriage in the Ottoman styleUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two train gong striking movement with platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 439 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the circular silvered Roman numeral dial with blued steel moon hands inset within a shaped cartouche border into a rectangular silvered mask profusely chiselled and engraved in the Ottoman style with stylised bird inhabited floral scrolls onto a matted ground, the gilt brass case profusely engraved with conforming decoration incorporating serpent hunting a bird to the hinged scroll-shaped handle over shallow-hipped top capped with a spiral reeded button and with deer decorated panel infill terminating with lobed finials at the angles with shallow shaped crests between, with cavetto moulded cornice and angles with engraved spiral twist turned three-quarter columns, the sides decorated with mihrab designs centred with panels of serpents battling lions, the rear with further engraved panel incorporating a seated figure, on animal inhabited foliate scroll decorated swollen skirt base incorporating ogee bracket feet with shaped aprons between, 16cm (6.25ins) high excluding handle; with a later faux leather covered outer travelling case. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The engraved decoration of the current lot is faithfully executed in the Turkish Ottoman style. With this in mind it may well be appropriate to speculate that case castings may well have been sent to the Middle-East to be engraved prior to the clock being built. Two related examples described as being made for the Turkish market were offered at Christies, King Street sale of The Dr. Eugene and Rose Antelis Collection of Important French Carriage Clocks Thursday 26th November 1998 (lots 152 and 153); however it is unlikely that the current lot was made for export to the Middle-East as the rear panel depicts a figure which is generally forbidden in Islamic art. It is therefore most likely that the present clock was made for European consumption during a time when the romantic exoticism of the Middle-East was extremely fashionable.Condition Report: The movement is complete, appears all-original with no visible evidence of alteration or significant replacements and is in full working condition (although a precautionary serve/overhaul is advised). The dial has some very slight 'mellowing' to the silvered finish otherwise is in fine condition. The gilding to the case is bright with no visible wear and only a few minor spots of discolouration in places. The front glass appears free from damage. The travelling case is a 20th century replacement and has some wear.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A George III brass mounted mahogany quarter-chiming table clock with concentric calendarThe dial signed for James Tregent, London, circa 1775The six pillar triple fusee movement with verge escapement regulated by short bob pendulum, chiming the quarters on a graduated nest of eight-bells and sounding the hours on a further larger bell, the backplate engraved with rococo scrolls around an oval cartouche centred with a rosette beneath a basket of flowers, 8 inch brass break-arch dial inscribed James Tregent, London concentric calendar scale to the silvered centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring, with pierced blued steel hands and rococo scroll cast spandrels to angles beneath subsidiary STRIKE/SILENT selection dial flanked by conforming mounts to arch, the bell-top case with hinged brass carrying handle and pineapple finials to superstructure over cavetto top mouldings and raised border moulded break-arch glazed front door incorporating scroll cast brass upper quadrant frets and repeating rosette cast brass mounts to angles, the sides with circular over concave-topped glazed apertures and the rear with break-arch glazed rectangular door set within the frame of the case, on cavetto moulded skirt base with cast brass ogee bracket feet, 51cm (20ins) high. James Tregent is recorded in Britten, F.J.Old Clocks and Watches & Their Makers as a famous maker who worked in London from 35 Strand in 1775 and then at 29 Cranborne Street, Leicester Square by 1780. He was appointed an honorary fellow of the Clockmaker's Company in 1781 and became watchmaker to the Prince of Wales. Tregent and was intimate with Garrick, Sheridan and other notabilities of the theatre, Kelly refers to him as 'Mr. Tregent the celebrated French watch maker' and relates how Sheridan by attributing his proverbial unpunctuality to the lack of a timepiece obtained from Harris, proprietor of Covent Garden Theatre, a watch of Tregent's make. The Duke of Sussex paid him £400 for a repeater and alarm travelling watch; a bracket clock by him was in the in the Wetherfield collection, and another with Battersea enamel dial (possibly made by his brother the enameller Anthony Tregent) was in the Schreiber collection.Condition Report: Movement appears to be complete and essentially all-original with no obvious evidence of alteration or significant replacements. The verge escapement appears to be the original configuration and there is no evidence in the plate to suggest an earlier conversion to anchor. The movement is in working condition however a precautionary service is advised. The dial is in good condition with visible faults limited to repaired minute hand and slight overall mellowing/tarnishing to the silvered areas. The fact that only the dial is signed for James Tregent suggests that the current clock was supplied by another maker for retail by him rather than being made in his own workshops.The movement and dial appears original to the case and the case is in fine condition and of good colour exhibiting minor shrinkage to mouldings and veneers, and light historic bumps, scuffs and other minor blemishes commensurate with age. The mounts are a little rubbed/discoloured in places.Clock is complete with winder and case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A rare Charles II eight-day longcase clock movementJohn Fromanteel, London, circa 1675The four finned and latched pillar movement with plates measuring 7.5 by 5 inches, the going train with bolt-and-shutter maintaining power and anchor escapement for regulation by seconds pendulum incorporating long one-piece brass crutch, the strike train with internal countwheel and great wheel positioned forward next to the frontplate and striking on a vertical bell mounted above the plates, with a dial measuring 9.125 by 9.375 inches incorporating calendar aperture and shuttered winding holes to the matted centre within narrow applied laminated brass and silver Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised trident half hour markers and Arabic five minutes within the outer minute track, with pierced sculpted steel hands and fine gilt winged cherub mask spandrels to angles over an engraved signature Johannes Fromanteeel Londini Fecit to lower margin, (no pendulum or weights). The current lot can be closely compared to an eight-day longcase clock with one-and-a-quarter seconds pendulum by John Fromanteel described and illustrated in Garnier, Richard and Carter Jonathan The Golden Age of English Horology -Masterpieces from the Tom Scott COLLECTION on pages 386-87. In particular both movements share the same layout with four pillars and strike greatwheel fitted with countwheel set forward adjacent to the frontplate rather than side-by-side at the rear (presumably to allow the mechanism to be more compact). This configuration is sometimes seen on other clocks by John Fromanteel including a three-in-two quarter striking table clock movement signed 'Johannes Fromanteel..' (formerly at Cassiobury Park) which was sold at Sothebys, London sale of Important Clocks, Wristwatches and Barometers 13th October 1988 (lot 178). In addition to this the pronounced projection of the movement pillars where they pass through the frontplate are mirrored in both the current lot and the example from the Scott collection. The long one-piece brass pendulum crutch is also of a type often used by the Fromanteel workshop as is the single-footed back-cock, although the pendulum suspension block extension has been removed with suspension now from a shaped bracket set above the plates. The illustrious Fromanteel family of clockmakers has its roots with Ahasuerus Fromanteel who was born in Norwich in 1607 and was apprenticed there to Jacques van Barton before moving to London in 1631 where he became a freeman of the Blacksmiths' Company. The following year he was admitted as a Free Brother to the newly formed Clockmakers' Company. Fromanteel initially worked from East Smithfield but by 1640 he had moved to the Parish of St. Mary's Whitechapel and then finally to St. Saviour's, Southwark by 1650. His son John Fromanteel was born in 1638 and was apprenticed to his father in 1654 as were his brothers Abraham in 1662 and Daniel in 1663 (not freed). As part of his apprenticeship John was sent to The Hague to work with Saloman Coster from whom he acquired the knowledge of the first pendulum clocks. Subsequently, in September 1658, Ahasuerus Fromanteel posted his now famous advert in Mercurius Politicus announcing the introduction of the pendulum clock to England. The first of these timepieces appear to have been spring-driven however the longcase clock was subsequently developed/introduced within a year. This sequence of rapid technological advancements can almost entirely be attributed to the Fromanteel workshop leading many to describe Ahasuerus Fromanteel as the 'Father of English clockmaking'. Ahasuerus Fromanteel is believed to have left London in fear of the plague in around 1665, first travelling to Colchester, then onto Amsterdam where he set up in business in 1668. The fact that John Fromanteel took-on apprentices in 1670 (Thomas Crettenden) and 1673 (William Coward) suggests that he remained in London to run the family business during his father's absence. By 1676 Ahasuerus Fromanteel was back in England (presumably leaving the Amsterdam business primarily in the hands of his son, Ahasuerus II). John Fromanteel appears to have split his time between Amsterdam and London until his death in 1689 when his burial at St. Bartholemew's the Less. He was outlived by his father who died in 1692/3 and was buried at St. Mary's Whitechapel on 31st January 1693. Condition Report: The movement presents in its original configuration with no evidence of alteration and is in working condition. The strike train hammer wheel has a different pattern of collet from the others suggesting that the wheel has been reset on its pinion; the fourth wheel is not crossed-out hence is probably a replacement. The bellstand is probably a restoration and the bell itself is modern. The escape wheel and pallets are restorations using the original pivot holes. The maintaining power appears to be a restoration although the main arbor appears to have age. The backplate two spare holes adjacent to the bellstand foot almost certainly for a bracket to secure the movement into a case. The extreme upper right hand corner of the backplate (viewing from the rear) has a tight group of three filled holes, again most likely for a different securing bracket. The pillars and dial feet retain all of their latches with no evidence of being drilled. The bottom movement pillars are filed with slots to the inside edges of the knops for locating the movement onto a seatboard (most likely via corresponding lugs applied to the top of the board. The dial is intact and in relatively clean condition with no evidence of alteration. The chapter ring is constructed from silver laminated onto brass (rather than chemically silvered). The engraving is relatively clear with little evidence of wear and the general feel is such that we cannot rule-out that it is a well-made restoration although there is no direct visible evidence to support this view. The dial plate appears to have genuine age with all fittings to the rear appearing as they should with wear/patination commensurate with the apparent age of the dial. The spandrels are fine quality castings with highly detailed hand finishing and gilt finish. The centre of the plate has slight distortion towards the centre hole and the matting feels relatively sharp hence it would seem that work has been done to strengthen the matting. The calendar aperture however would appear to retain old gilt finish to the chamfered border. The signature is finely executed and exhibits no details which would cause us to doubt it. The hands are reasonably well made replacementsGenerally the movement and dial appears genuine but the appearance of the front of the dial (in particular the relatively 'fresh' feel of the chapter ring and the matting to the centre) will no doubt cause some to perhaps doubt its originality. We are willing to state that we are of the opinion that the dial has age and appears original to the movement but for the reasons stated above cannot offer any categorical assurances/guarantees to this effect. Indeed it is probable that opinion will most likely be divided depending on whether these details are viewed as attempts at honest restoration or evidence of the dial being later purpose made for the movement. Movement does not have pendulum, pulleys, weights or seatboard.The present lot has been consigned by an individual acting on behalf of a widow of an antiquarian horologist. Consequently we do not have any indication of long-term provenance and do not know how it came into his possession although it is believed that it was acquired without a case. Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A group of eight rectangular carriage clock travelling casesLate 19th centuryComprising one executed in the Chinese taste with mother-of-pearl foliate sprays inlaid into rosewood and seven covered in tooled leather, (light damage and wear), the largest 18cm (7ins) high; the smallest 11cm (4.375ins) high, (8).
A group of seven leather covered carriage clock travelling casesMid 19th century and laterComprising two oval with looped carrying handles, three larger rectangular and two smaller with swing-open fronts, (damage, wear and losses), the largest 19cm (7.5ins) high; the smallest 11cm (4.375ins) high, (7).
Y A Victorian brass bound mahogany carriage clock case For a carriage clock by James McCabe, London, circa 1850 Of rectangular form with recessed brass carrying handle to top and rounded brass bound edges, the front with central panel sliding upwards to reveal the green velvet lined interior before folding back to allow the section incorporating ivory plaque inscribed JAMES McCABE, Royal Exchange, LONDON, No 2778 to form the upper margin of the aperture, the rear with door set flush within the frame of the case, 25cm (9.75ins) high. James McCabe junior succeeded his father of the same name was one of the most successful English clock and watchmakers of the 19th century. He was apprenticed to Reid and Auld of Edinburgh and was admitted to the Clockmaker's Company as a Free Brother in 1822. Around this time McCabe entered into short lived partnership with Strahan (probably Charles who gained his freedom of the Clockmaker's Company in 1815). From 1826 James McCabe managed the business alone from 97 Cornhill until 1838 when he was forced to temporarily relocate to 32 Cornhill due to a major fire at the Royal Exchange. It was at this time (1825-43) that Thomas Cole worked for McCabe before setting up his own to produce distinctive and highly decorative timepieces in his own unmistakable style. The business was subsequently continued by Robert Jeremy until his retirement in 1883. The current lot would have housed a particularly fine giant carriage clock made at the height of James McCabe's career. The fittings to the inside of the case suggest that clock number 2778 would have been of one of McCabe's distinctive designs with the case incorporating scroll-outline canted angles (see Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and Other Travelling CLOCKS page 292). Condition Report: Maximum internal dimensions: depth 14cm; width 18cm; height 22cm. Condition Report Disclaimer
A French gilt brass carriage clock with push-button repeatUnsigned, late 19th centuryThe two train eight-day gong striking movement with replaced gilt platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 1786 to the lower left hand corner of the backplate, the circular Romam numeral dial with blued steel hands set into a frosted gilt mask presentation inscribed To. MR and MRS BOND, from the people of GREAT and LITTLE WHELNETHAM, SICKLESMERE and RUSHBROOKE..., the frosted gilt bevel-glazed pillars case with reeded baton centred hinged scroll outline carrying handle and reeded corner uprights over two-tier cavetto moulded skirt base, 16.5 (6.5ins) high; with red leather covered travelling case.
A French frosted gilt brass carriage clock with push-button repeatUnsigned, Paris, late 19th centuryThe eight-day two-train gong striking movement with slivered platform lever escapement and stamped with serial number 7937 to the lower left corner of the backplate, the circular white enamel Roman numeral dial with blued steel spade hands inset into a rectangular engine-turned silvered mask engraved and highlighted in gilt with symmetrical floral scroll infill, the bevel glazed frosted gilt case a variant of the pillars design with milled banded decoration to the hinged carrying handle over bold convex top moulding and conforming decoration to the three-quarter column corner uprights, on substantial caddy moulded skirt base, 16.5cm (6.5ins) high; with a later faux red leather covered outer travelling case. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands.Condition Report: Movement is in clean condition with no obvious evidence of alteration, repairs or significant replacements and is fully operational. The dial is free from visible faults although the silvering to the mask is tarnished. The case is in fine condition with only very minimal wear/discolouration to the gilt finish (mainly to the handle and top panel) and no visible chips to the glasses. The outer travelling case is non-original 20th century replacement and has some wear/scuffing.Clock has a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A fine and unusual silvered and engraved gilt brass calendar carriage clock with visible escapement to dialJapy Freres, Paris, circa 1860The eight-day two train bell striking movement with vertical lever escapement planted with the recessed centre of the dial regulated by sprung bimetallic balance pivoted beneath a yoke-shaped bridge, the bachplate with regulation square and a pair of push-buttons for calendar adjustment over stamped oval trademark JAPY FRERES ET CIE, EXPOSITION, 1855 GRANDE,MED., D'HONNEUR to centre and serial number 100 to lower margin, the dial with escapement to the recessed silvered panel-backed centre within slender white Roman numeral enamel chapter ring and with blued steel moon hands set within a rectangular gilt brass mask finely engraved with extensive foliate scrolls onto a matted ground, the silvered brass corniche type bevel-glazed case with hinged carrying handle over oval top glass enclosing twin enamel subsidiary calendar dials for day-of-the-week and date-of-the-month within conforming gilt foliate scroll engraved infill, with cavetto cornice and caddy moulded angles over conforming skirt base, 14.5cm (5.75ins) high. Provenance: The beneficiary of the Estate of a private collector, East Midlands. The firm of Japy Freres et Cie was founded by Frederick Japy in 1774 who set-up a modest workshop in Montbeliard as a watch and machine tool maker. Japy expanded his business rapidly and by 1804, the year he was awarded the Legion d Honneur by Napoleon (in recognition for his Brevets in horological machinery), he employed 300 people at his manufactory in Beaucourt. From 1806, he took five of his sons into partnership and the firm expanded adding buildings at Badevel and La Feschotte amongst others to become one of the largest makers of clocks in Europe. The business continued into the Twentieth century but during the inter-war period went into decline and is thought to have finally wound-up in around 1840. A detailed history of Japy Freres et Cie is provided in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development chapter VI pages 133-48. The visible vertically-planted escapement positioned to the centre of the dial of the current lot is an unusual configuration no doubt devised to allow the space above the movement to be utilised for calendar work. The design and positioning of the escapement appears to be very scarce and unique to Japy Freres, and can be directly compared to another clock (this time mounted with equinoctial sundial to the top) by them illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and other Travelling CLOCKS pages 235 (Fig 14.4). From the description this other example bears the same oval trademark as the current lot and is numbered 203 which suggests that this type of escapement was only used on a few examples for a relatively short period of time around 1860. Condition Report: The movement appears complete and original with no obvious evidence of alterations, significant repairs or replacements. The escapement will currently not beat and on close examination the balance wheel appears a little misaligned hence there is probably a fault with the balance staff or pivot. The strike train is operational however the hour hand catches against the escapement assembly hence is likely to become out of sync, the bellstand has been repaired and the bell itself is loose. The day-of-t he week function advances correctly however the date-of-the-month presently does not. Movement therefore requires attention although generally it appears to have survived in original condition. The enamel chapter ring as hairline cracks near the I and II numerals and both hands have been repaired otherwise dial is in good condition with fine quality engraving to the mask. Case is generally in fine condition with no visible chips to the corner glasses except for a very slight chip to the upper right corner of the rear glass and only slight edge wear to the plated finish. There is some light historic scuffing/scratching around the rear door knob probably from attempts to lever open with a key or something similar.Clock does not have a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Back To The Future (Part 1, II and III ) - collection of replica props from all three instalments of the time-travelling movie. Includes; a Biff Tannen Museum ticket, a ' Do Not Open Until 1985 ' letter and envelope, a Mad Dog Tannen photograph, a USA Today replica newspaper, a ' You're Fired !!! ' fax, Save The Clock Tower leaflet, drawing of the Flux Capacitor, and other items. All obtained from a Hollywood Collectors Convention and supplied within a BTTF wallet from the event.

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