7th Jul, 2020 10:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Unshaken)
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[M] A TWO DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER BY LANGE & SÖHNE, DRESDEN, CIRCA 1944
A TWO DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER BY LANGE & SÖHNE, DRESDEN, CIRCA 1944
the 4in. composition dial signed as per title and numbered 5439, with brass spade hands, chain fusee movement with Earnshaw escapement to Guillaume balance, with blued helical balance spring and jewelled detent, mounted in plain plates counter-numbered and stamped with maker's mark, aluminium dial block number 439, contained within later nickel-plated brass bowl, mounted in gimbal ring inscribed in ?Cyrillic and dated 17-07-74, mounted within two-tier wooden box with glass viewing port, wooden handles and maker's label numbered 855 -- 7½in. (19cm.) (cubed)
It is common for late war productions from this company to incorporate unmatched parts. Often they are seen with bakelite bowls which can warp and become disfunctional so it would appear that this example had its bowl replaced, perhaps in 1974, as per the date of the inscription.
Sold for £1,984
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Running at time of cataloguing
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. 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 Charles Miller Ltd 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. 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.
A TWO DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER BY LANGE & SÖHNE, DRESDEN, CIRCA 1944
the 4in. composition dial signed as per title and numbered 5439, with brass spade hands, chain fusee movement with Earnshaw escapement to Guillaume balance, with blued helical balance spring and jewelled detent, mounted in plain plates counter-numbered and stamped with maker's mark, aluminium dial block number 439, contained within later nickel-plated brass bowl, mounted in gimbal ring inscribed in ?Cyrillic and dated 17-07-74, mounted within two-tier wooden box with glass viewing port, wooden handles and maker's label numbered 855 -- 7½in. (19cm.) (cubed)
It is common for late war productions from this company to incorporate unmatched parts. Often they are seen with bakelite bowls which can warp and become disfunctional so it would appear that this example had its bowl replaced, perhaps in 1974, as per the date of the inscription.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Unshaken), 7th Jul, 2020
Unless government advice changes, we will be proceeding with our 7th July sale, starting at 10am, as a live webcast. Please note the following changes to our usual format:
THIS SALE WILL BE CONDUCTED LIVE ONLINE ONLY
Viewing by appointment only at our Fulham offices. Please call 020 7806 5530 or email enquiries@charlesmillerltd.com to make an appointment.
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- The-Saleroom.com – charges 5% of the hammer price
- Invaluable.com – charges 3% of the hammer price
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Viewing
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