- 74
Usher & Cole, London
估價
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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描述
- A FINE OPEN-FACED EXPLORER'S WATCH WITH CROWN PROTECTION1893-1929, no. 28968
- silver
- diameter 59 mm
• Movement: gilded three-quarter plate movement, ratchet-tooth lever escapement, free-sprung bi-metallic compensation balance, diamond endstone, signed Usher & Cole, London, No. 28968 and with Admiralty broad arrow
• Dial: white enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute ring, blued steel spade hands, subsidiary seconds with Admiralty broad arrow and numbered 28968, signed Usher & Cole, London
• Case: plain screw-on case back, winding crown with screw-on protective cap with short safety chain, screw-on bezel
• Dial: white enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute ring, blued steel spade hands, subsidiary seconds with Admiralty broad arrow and numbered 28968, signed Usher & Cole, London
• Case: plain screw-on case back, winding crown with screw-on protective cap with short safety chain, screw-on bezel
出版
Terence Camerer Cuss, The English Watch 1585-1970, 2009, p. 425, pl. 275
Condition
Movement running at time of cataloguing. Dial appears to be in good condition. Case with light scuffs, no maker's mark to case.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
The present watch case has no marks, however, the extant workbooks of Usher & Cole show that this watch was originally sold as a deck watch to the Admiralty in March 1893 for £16.0.0. In May 1929, the watch was repurchased for £6.0.0, converted to a “travellers’ ” watch and re-sold the next month for £18.10.0. Interestingly another watch, no. 28613, was re-purchased in 1925, modified to the same specification, and sold to the retailers J. W. Benson. For a note on “Traveller” watches, see lot 73.
When Joseph Usher died in 1903, the March issue of the Horological journal lauded him as “one of the most accomplished watchmakers of his time… Mr. Usher had remarkable ability as a springer and timer, and was also a recognized expert in complicated watch mechanism.”
When Joseph Usher died in 1903, the March issue of the Horological journal lauded him as “one of the most accomplished watchmakers of his time… Mr. Usher had remarkable ability as a springer and timer, and was also a recognized expert in complicated watch mechanism.”