On Thursday 26 March, Dreweatts held its Fine Clocks, Barometers and Scientific Instruments auction, presenting an exceptional array of horological and scientific works. Highlights ranged from an exquisitely decorated Meissen porcelain-cased mantel clock to a historically significant verge pocket watch with a movement by Thomas Tompion, widely regarded as the “father of English clock and watchmaking. This curated sale of 117 Lots achieved a total of £264,655 which represented 125% of the presale estimate and an 84% sell through rate.

Commenting on the results Dreweatts’ Head of Clocks, Leighton Gillibrand said “Yet again our approach of offering a finely catalogued and curated selection fine timepieces and instruments alongside a seasonal offering of Fine Furniture and Works of Art has paid dividends. The overall result exceeded expectations, driven by strong engagement from specialist collectors as well as cross-market buyers, prices were strong and the selling rate market-beating.”