Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Smith & Sons Rosewood Chiming Gothic Clock and Bracket, Clerkenwell, London, c. 1855, rosewood and rosewood veneer case with crenelated top, central tower and spires at the corners over the 8-in. painted iron roman numeral dial marked Smith & Sons, Clerkenwell, beveled glass arch-top side windows, quatrefoil carvings below, eight-day, chain fusee, quarter-chime on eight bells, and gong hour-strike movement regulated by a pendulum, with matching wall bracket, clock ht. 30 in.
Estimate $3,000-4,000
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Chiming Gothic, LondonChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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