David Hubert

• gilt brass full plate verge movement, cylindrical pillars, pierced and engraved balance cock, plain balance, the going train with fusee and chain, two polished steel hammers repeating on a bell, protecting dust cap signed David Hubert London 2063 • white enamel dial, Roman numerals for hour indications and outer Arabic numerals for the minutes, blued steel beetle and poker hands • outer repoussé case back depicting an allegory of Faith (with cross and book), Hope (standing with anchor) and Charity (suckling children), the sides with scrolling pierced and engraved vignettes, foliage motifs on the bezel, inner bassine case with deep back, band engraved and pierced by acanthus scrolls, numbered behind the bow ring, accompanied by a gilt metal leather covered case with piqué work decoration on the band, transparent case back 

Movement running, only hours are striking on the bell, the quarter repeating mechanism needs an adjustment. Enamel dial chipped on the 6. Very fine repousse outer case with some signs of wear, the outer leather case with strong signs of wear and missing parts. Overall the watch is a fine example example of a repoussé watch from that period.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

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David Hubert is mentioned in Baillie as an 'eminent maker'. He entered the Clockmakers' Company in 1714 and became a Master in 1743. Examples of his watches are found in the Guildhall Museum, London and in the Dennison Collection.