- 54
Barrauds', London
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A FINE GOLD PAIR CASED HALF QUARTER REPEATING RUBY CYLINDER WATCH1820, NO. 2/1000
- GOLD
- diameter of outer case 56 mm, inner case 50 mm
• Movement: gilded full plate, ruby cylinder escapement, plain balance cock, plain flat four-arm balance, ruby endstone, silver regulator scale, mainspring set-up on barrel bridge, repeating on coiled gongs, fusee and chain, cylindrical pillars, signed and numbered Barrauds', London, 2/1000
• Dial: gold, chapter ring with stippled finish, polished Roman numerals, outer pearled minute ring, engine-turned subsidiary seconds with Arabic numerals, gold beetle and poker hands, engine-turned centre
• Cases: plain gold inner, the back with winding aperture, plunge pendant • outer case with engine-turned back and with central monogrammed cartouche, milled bezels, both cases hallmarked 1820 and with case maker's mark WW incuse for William Wickes, inner case numbered 1000
• Dial: gold, chapter ring with stippled finish, polished Roman numerals, outer pearled minute ring, engine-turned subsidiary seconds with Arabic numerals, gold beetle and poker hands, engine-turned centre
• Cases: plain gold inner, the back with winding aperture, plunge pendant • outer case with engine-turned back and with central monogrammed cartouche, milled bezels, both cases hallmarked 1820 and with case maker's mark WW incuse for William Wickes, inner case numbered 1000
Literature
Terence Camerer Cuss, The English Watch 1585-1970, 2009, p. 364, pl. 235
Condition
Movement running at time of cataloguing, strike train is activated when the pendant is depressed but the hammers are not currently sounding. Dial with light scuffs. Inner case with light scuffs, the band with depression and indentations to the band, outer case with some rubbing towards the edge of the engine-turned back.
"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."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."
"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."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."
Catalogue Note
Although ‘single cased’ watches had become well established by 1820, the English preference for a substantial watch persisted, and there remained a demand for the more traditional pair cased watch. However, the use of the cylinder escapement and the incorporation of gongs rather than bells in repeating watches had achieved a reduction in movement height, and consequently case depth.
Paul Philip Barraud was born in London on 5th December, 1752. He was admitted to the Clockmakers’ Company in 1796 and elected Master in 1810 and 1811. With the help of George Jamison and William Howells, he was able to offer a simplified version of Mudge’s chronometers Green and Blue, to the Admiralty at a price of 90 Guineas.