- 64
Charles Cummins, London
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- Charles Cummins, London
- A FINE GOLD OPEN-FACED LEVER WATCH 1845, NO. 1275
- gold
- diameter 48mm
• Movement: gilded full plate, Massey-type lever escapement, bi-metallic compensation balance, spiral spring with double overcoil, ruby endstone, signed and numbered Charles Cummins, London, No. 1275
• Dial: gold, satin finished, Roman numerals, outer pearled minute ring against a stippled ground, subsidiary seconds with engine-turned chapter ring, blued steel moon hands, signed Cummins, London
• Case: gold, the back centred with the crest of an eagle's head above a cross moline, amidst 'C' scrolls and scrolling foliage, milled band, plain gold cuvette with winding aperture, hallmarked London 1845 and with maker's mark GH within oval cameo for Gustavus Huguenin
• Dial: gold, satin finished, Roman numerals, outer pearled minute ring against a stippled ground, subsidiary seconds with engine-turned chapter ring, blued steel moon hands, signed Cummins, London
• Case: gold, the back centred with the crest of an eagle's head above a cross moline, amidst 'C' scrolls and scrolling foliage, milled band, plain gold cuvette with winding aperture, hallmarked London 1845 and with maker's mark GH within oval cameo for Gustavus Huguenin
Provenance
Antiquorum Geneva, The Art of British Horology, 21st October 1995, lot 198
Literature
Terence Camerer Cuss, The English Watch 1585-1970, 2009, p. 399, pl. 252
Condition
Movement running at time of cataloguing. The dial with light scuffs and scratches especially to the centre and with scratch from chapter ring of subsidiary seconds dial to the dial edge just to the right of 6 o'clock. The screw holes beneath the bezel to the edge of the case at 10 and 2 o'clock for holding the movement in the case have been re-drilled adjacent to the original holes and are difficult to remove the screws from. Case with some re-polishing but the decorative scheme remains clear. Indentation to the milled band between 4 and 5 o'clock.
"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
This watch is of similar size to Charles Cummins' no. 1210 which is lot 63 in the present catalogue. In this watch, Cummins has used the same case maker and the same movement ébauche as that of no. 1210, however, unlike no. 1210, Charles Cummins has fitted this watch with a Massey-type lever escapement according to his father's design (see lot 62).