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IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING THE CATALOGUING OF CLOCKS
Movements, dials and cases: movements and dials are described as relating to the cases in which they are housed in one of
the following three ways:
the case.... we are of the opinion that the movement and dial started life in the current case.
in a case... we are of the opinion that the movement and dial are in a case of correct period and type (and may well be
original to the movement and dial), however there is evidence to suggest that they may not have started out life together.
now in a case... we are of the opinion that the movement and dial are no longer in the original case or one of correct period
and/or type.
Pendulums, weights, winding and case keys: unless specifically indicated otherwise in the catalogue description it can be
assumed that all clocks are sold with the requisite pendulum and correct number of weights (where appropriate), however
we cannot guarantee that they are original to the clock. We do not indicate in the catalogue description whether winding or
case keys are present with any specific clock. As many clocks are consigned without keys please check with the
department to establish whether they are present or not prior to bidding.
Condition: due to the mechanical nature of clocks and the fact that most are of great age we cannot offer any guarantee as
to whether they are in working order or free from major faults or restoration. Although we endeavour to catalogue items in a
fair and informed manner, omission of any comments or observations regarding the condition or originality of a clock in the
description does not necessarily indicate that it is free from significant faults, restoration or is in working condition. We
would strongly advise any prospective purchaser to view the item in person or request a condition report and/or further
images prior to bidding.
Measurements: dial measurements are given in inches, other dimensions such as height are given in centimetres (and
inches for English clocks). The measurement given for the height of a longcase clock excludes any removable finials in order
to provide an approximate minimum ceiling height in which the clock can be accommodated.
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A George III lacquered brass
4 inch reflecting telescope
J. Watson, London, late 18th century
The 15.25 inch body tube with rack and
pinion focus adjustment screw,
interchangeable eyepiece tubes, dust
cap and signed J. WATSON, LONDON to
end plate, mounted via a hinged
compass joint onto a columnar upright
with folding scroll outline tripod
supports; the original mahogany box
with additional eyepiece tube and
inscribed in ink W.m Yonge to inside of
lid, the box 47cm (18.5ins) long.
The current lot is most likely to have
been made by James Watson who is
recorded in Clifton, Gloria Directory of
Scientific Instrument Makers 1550-1851
as working in London circa 1771-1824.
The inscribed name W.m Yonge to the
inside of the box is probably that of the
original owner.
£600-800
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