3rd Feb, 2022 10:30
Style & Precision: Clocks, Scientific & Musical Instruments including LeCoultre, Longines & Zeiss
A LATE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH BRASS AND PORCELAIN MANTEL CLOCK
LATE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH BRASS AND PORCELAIN MANTEL CLOCK,
with two train eight day movement by Japy Freres, striking on a coil, the chapter ring with Arabic numerals, the dial hand-painted with a guardsman, the oblong base with strapwork frieze, on ogee bracket feet, 40cm high
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 £100
Estimated at £150 - £250
Condition Report
No key, feels overwound, not currently ticking, mechanism will need attention, pendulum present, no guarantee of working order, dial with possible small hairline to right side of 3 numeral, this seems to have been painted over in a thin black line but one can feel a ridge with a finger nail, there has been damage and restoration around the left winding hole, further rubbing and marks to decorated areas as well as nicks and tarnish to metal
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