MORISSET & LUKINS, LONDON | AN IMPRESSIVE GOLD, ENAMEL, DIAMOND, RUBY AND PEARL-SET OVAL CYLINDER WATCH MADE FOR THE CHINESE MARKETCIRCA 1790, NO. 2635

• Movement: gilded 3/4 plate, cylinder escapement, plain flat three-arm balance, signed and numbered Morriset & Lukins 2635• Dial: oval with blue translucent enamel over an engine-turned ground, heightened with diamond-set floral sprays, two white subsidiary dials for time with Roman numerals and seconds with Arabic ring, the whole surrounded by borders of opaque white and red guillloché enamel• Case: gold, the back with translucent blue enamel over an engine-turned ground, set with a large diamond and ruby-set star motif, the front and back bezels set with two rows of split pearls, the pendant further set with split-pearls, stirrup bow, polished gold cuvette

Dial: The dial has been viewed through the glass only at time of cataloguing and appears to be in good overall condition with no obvious signs of cracks. Case: Appears to be in good overall condition, enamel with signs of scratching. Movement: Appears to be fully wound and is not running at time of cataloguing, small marks and scratches to the backplate.
"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."

Robert Morisset and Charles Lukins worked as jewellers, goldsmiths, and enamellers at 22 Denmark Street, Soho.  The two traded together from 1776 to 1799.  James Morisset, an important London goldsmith, also served as a partner in the firm.