Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Chelsea Tambour No. 12 Shelf Clock, Boston, 3 1/2-in. silvered arabic numeral dial marked for retailer Bailey, Banks & Biddle Co., Philadelphia, eight-day time and house-strike movement, in a polished bronze metal case, ht. 17 1/2, wd. 18 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
Clock is currently running. Case edge ding at 11:00. Original winding key.
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.
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Romain De Tirtoff
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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