Francis Perigal

• gilt metal movement with English ruby cylinder escapement, plain brass balance, jewelled balance staff and escape wheels, spiral bi-metallic compensator ('Chelsea' bun compensation), bi-metal curb mounted on a platform pivoted with balance wheel, rack and pinion for mean-time adjustment, signed Fran Perigal, Bond Street, London, No 460, signed dust cover • white enamel regulator dial, roman numerals, subsidiary dial for hour indication, subsidiary seconds below, gold hands • later case hallmarked London 1804, with case maker's mark DW for Daniel Walker

Cecil Clutton Collection.

Cecil Clutton, Collector’s Collection, p.18-21, fig. 6 A-B.
Clutton and Daniels, Watches, p. 282 colour pl. IX, fig. B.

The movement is running. Dial with hair cracks. Later case in nice condition.
"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."

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Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Accompanied by the original sale receipt between Cecil Clutton and George Daniels dated 28th June 1977.

The 'chelsea bun' temperature compensator is a rare feature found on watches by such makers as Larcum Kendall, Vulliamy and Josiah Emery.

Francis Perigal was active from about 1770 to the time of his death in 1794. He was admitted as Honorary Freeman of the Clockmakers' Company in 1781 and later became Master in 1806. He was appointed watchmaker to the King in 1784. He was succeeded in business by his son, also Francis.

Clutton & Daniels, Watches, p. 282.