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A particularly good English giant carriage by the well-respected maker Aubert & Klaftenberger The twin fusee, quarter striking movement with maintaining power, has a jewelled ratchet-tooth lever escapement and chronometer type compensation balance. The enamel dial has a profusely engraved surround The back-plate is signed Aubert & Klaftenberger Regent Street London. The moulded case with shaped and reeded carrying handle has a shuttered back to reveal the winding squares etc.
Made c 1855
Height inclusive of the handle 10 inches
P.O.A.
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