02-14-202002-14-2020
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Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3345BBoston
February 14, 2020 10:00 AMCalender
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George II Walnut and Walnut-veneered Tall Clock

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$1,625$1,300
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 3345BLocation: BostonDate / Time: February 14, 2020 10:00AM

Description:

George II Walnut and Walnut-veneered Tall Clock, Monmouth, c. 1750, swan's-neck hood with three giltwood finials, cast and engraved brass dial with roman numeral marked "John Morgan Monmouth," tombstone-shaped waist door, stepped molded base, bracket feet, ht. 92 1/2 in.

Note: With invoice from Arthur Edwards, a well-known London dealer in the early 20th century.
Estimate $700-900

Mechanism is not guaranteed operable. Weights and pendulum present. The nut that positions the pendulum is missing. Age cracks and minor losses to veneer. Finials with chips to gesso and gilding losses. Waist door slightly out of alignment.


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Keywords

Arthur Edwards, London