Lot 235 , Douglas Lapraik of Hong Kong. A 19th century ormolu mounted brass ships timepiece, height 7.5in.

Douglas Lapraik of Hong Kong. A 19th century ormolu mounted brass ship's timepiece, the silvered Roman dial with subsidiary seconds, 5.5in., housed in the original mahogany case, height 7.5in.
Estimate £1,000-1,500

Outer case of good rich dark mahogany tone, one split running from the bezel to 11 o'clock, brass case with original lacquering and some wear to the parcel gilding, dial looks original and untouched, movement going but not tested for timekeeping, comes with original adjustment key and case key.


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Sold for £1,600