Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
D. Robertson Mahogany Longcase Clock, Blairgowrie, Scotland, swan's-neck hood with freestanding fluted columns, roman numeral painted iron dial with fruit decorated arch and spandrels, pierced gilt hands, seconds and calendar subsidiary dials, full-length waist door, all resting on bracket feet, eight-day time and hour strike movement, regulated by paint-decorated iron pendulum bob and two cast iron weights, ht. 86 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
nice narrow case with mellow patina, restoration to hood
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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Blairgowrie, ScotlandJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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