JOHN KNIBB | A QUEEN ANNE SMALL WALNUT TABLE TIMEPIECE WITH ALARM CIRCA 1710

Dial: 5.5 inch with vase and leaf spandrels, finely matted center with replaced single hand and concentric alarm discCaliber: movement with square section pillars, fusee for the going train with tic-tac escapement and standing barrel for the alarm with outside countwheelCase: dome top case with brass carrying handle and replaced door fret and feetDimensions: 12.5 in (31.8 cm) heightSigned: dial signed Jno. Knibb, Oxon

Sotheby's New York, The Collection of Justice Warren Shepro, April 26 2001, lot 42
Inventory No. 1217

Antiquarian Horological Society Tenth Anniversary Exhibition (American Section), New York, 1986, item 13.

Chandler, Bruce, ed. 'Horological Dialogues,' vol. 2, Journal of the American Section of Antiquarian Horologist Society (New York, 1986), pp 46-47.

CASE Case in overall very good condition. The wood case has some cracks overall consistent with its age. Small nick to the bottom of the case and small crack to the front right foot. Crack at the top of the case near the handle. DIAL Dial overall in very good condition. Some light surface scratching. Light spotting from age overall particularly to the silver chapter ring. MOVEMENT Movement functioning at the time of cataloging. Light surface scratches. Some signs of routine maintenance. It was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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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John Knibb, the younger brother of Joseph, was born in 1650 and from 1664 worked with his brother in Oxford. After Joseph moved to London in 1670, John continued to work in Oxford; the business must have been extremely successful as it is recorded that John took ten apprentices. The two brothers continued to collaborate and probably made movements for each other; their work is certainly very similar. John received the Freedom of the City of Oxford, and in 1700 became its mayor. He died in 1722.