'The Knife Grinder' Date: Circa 1815 Movement: Gilt full plate verge, pierced and engraved balance bridge, silver regulation Dial: Central automaton scene depicting a workman grinding a knife whilst a young figure attends to the grinding wheel set within an arch, two putti sit above striking on two bells, black Arabic numerals to white enamel surround, outer minute divisions, decorative hands Case: Engine turned round hinged, engine turned band, repeat and automaton activated via stem Signed: Cuvette Size: 57mm