Lot 688
  • 688

An attractive Dutch striking table clock, Jeremie Gregory, London in a gilt-mounted olivewood and ebonised case, circa 1680 and later

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • Olivewood, brass and steel
  • 29cm. 11½in. high
6¼-inch dial with winged cherub spandrels, skeletonised chapter ring on a matted ground, the centre with date aperture, the two train fusee movement with five ringed and knopped pillars, re-instated verge escapement, replaced outside count wheel Dutch striking on two bells, set-up ratchets on the backplate, the backplate boldly engraved with leaves and tulips and signed in a drapery cartouche Jeremie Gregory near ye Royall Exchang, London, the case with shallow domed gilt basket top and foliate finials, on brass bun feet

Literature

This clock is illustrated and described in an advertisement for Ronald A Lee in Antiquarian Horology, Autumn 1977, Volume X No.4, pg. 408-409.

Condition

Dial in good condition, hands replaced. Movement is reasonably clean and looks as though it would run but may benefit from a clean, escapement has been re-converted to verge, rear apron replaced, count wheel replaced, The extensively restored/reconstructed case possibly re-veneered, some rubbing to ebonised mouldings, old scuffs and marks throughout. With two case keys but no winder.
"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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Catalogue Note

Jeremy Gregory (1621-1686) was born in London and apprenticed in 1635 to Jeremy East in the Goldsmiths' Company, brother of Edward East the famous clockmaker.  It appears that the East family worked closely together and, in 1652, Gregory was made a Free Brother of the Clockmakers' Company. He was Master of the Clockmakers' Company in 1665 and 1666 and again in 1676. However, very few clocks and watches signed by him are recorded. He died in 1686.