Edward Prior, London

• gilt movement, balance cock pierced and engraved with scrolls forming initials of the maker, foliate pillars • white enamel dial, with Turkish numerals • the inner case hallmarked London, 1813 stamped with maker's mark AN, polished finish, the outer centered by a medallion of polychrome enamel depicting a seascape inhabited by a ship on a stormy sea against a bright translucent sunrise, partly hallmarked bezel for 1813, bordered by opaque periwinkel blue enamel punctuated by a motif of rosettes and ovals decorated with tones of red, white and pink enamel, wavy translucent red enamel interior bezels

The balance oscillates when the watch is wound, but the movement needs to be cleaned and serviced. The dial has a scratch near 3 and 4 o'clock, otherwise it appears intact. The bottom of the inner case has a slight scalloped-shaped dent from resting in the outer case. The outer case is in very good condition with a few light scratches. The central panel has had some enamel restoration and fairly expertly done, border in good original condition, minor losses to red enamel interior bezel. The movement is signed Edw. Prior, London and numbered 40767. Running while cataloguing
"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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