12th Aug, 2021 10:30
The Clocks, Scientific & Musical Instruments Auction
A LATE 19TH CENTURY BLACK SLATE MANTEL CLOCK
LATE 19TH CENTURY BLACK SLATE MANTEL CLOCK,
the two train eight day movement by W.C. Shaw of Paris, visible escapement, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals, subsidiary day and calendar dials, the gilded face engraved with scrolls, in a shaped architectural case, 34.7cm wide
A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.
Sold for £320
Estimated at £100 - £150
Condition Report
Condition good to fair. The case has half a dozen light to medium chips, and wear commensurate with age - could do with a clean.
The pendulum and Bob have become separated, the Bob is accessible though the pendulum is stuck within the bottom of the case. Unable to test mechanism. Also bell screw is stuck.
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