Lewis Walduck
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Lot 57
A good mid 19th century engraved gilt and silvered brass eight day strut clock Thomas Cole No. 858 Retailed by C.F. Handcock 39 Bruton St London
2 July 2025, 13:00 BST
London, New Bond StreetSold for £3,200 inc. premium
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A good mid 19th century engraved gilt and silvered brass eight day strut clock
Thomas Cole No. 858 Retailed by C.F. Handcock 39 Bruton St London
The case surmounted by a folding oval handle set on a shaped engraved shoulder piece flowing into an engraved band running down the sides on a crosshatched ground, the front decorated with a border of flowers and foliage on a hatched ground, resting on shaped feet and set with an additional engraved rotating stand below. The back engraved with the retailer's signature C.F.Hancock, by Appointment to the PRINCIPAL SOVEREIGNS & COURTS OF EUROPE, 39 Bruton St, LONDON, No.856, over a fixed winder and regulation door, also providing access for hand setting with a further folding strut. The 3-inch rectangular silvered dial with Roman chapter ring framed by a minute band within a mask of foliage against a shaded ground, the centre with DL monogram over a Baron's coronet and original blued steel fleur-de-lyse hands. The rectangular going barrel eight-day movement with English-style lever escapement. 16cms (6ins) high.
The case surmounted by a folding oval handle set on a shaped engraved shoulder piece flowing into an engraved band running down the sides on a crosshatched ground, the front decorated with a border of flowers and foliage on a hatched ground, resting on shaped feet and set with an additional engraved rotating stand below. The back engraved with the retailer's signature C.F.Hancock, by Appointment to the PRINCIPAL SOVEREIGNS & COURTS OF EUROPE, 39 Bruton St, LONDON, No.856, over a fixed winder and regulation door, also providing access for hand setting with a further folding strut. The 3-inch rectangular silvered dial with Roman chapter ring framed by a minute band within a mask of foliage against a shaded ground, the centre with DL monogram over a Baron's coronet and original blued steel fleur-de-lyse hands. The rectangular going barrel eight-day movement with English-style lever escapement. 16cms (6ins) high.
Footnotes
Thomas Cole (1800–1884) was renowned for his innovative and ornamental timepieces. Born in Nether Stowey, Somerset, he initially trained under his father, a clockmaker, and later worked in partnership with his brother as watchmakers in London. After their partnership dissolved in 1829, Cole worked independently, becoming known for his exceptional designs. His creations were admired for their originality, fine metalwork, and attention to detail. Cole's work gained significant recognition, earning him awards at international exhibitions, including the Great Exhibition of 1851 and the Paris Universelle of 1855. His craftsmanship influenced other clockmakers, though none could surpass the quality of his designs.
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