A Russian Gilt Bronze Figural Clock
Sale 1208 - European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Jul 19, 2023
10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$800 -
$1,200
Sold for $5,355
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Russian Gilt Bronze Figural Clock
Samuel Wehl, St. Petersburg, Circa 1840
the movement stamped 22 518, bearing Lons / Brevete seal, the case stamped S. Wehl / St. Petersburg to the back.
Height 16 x width 11 1/2 inches.
Height 16 x width 11 1/2 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition Report
Height without base 15 inches. Weight of clock approximately 30 pounds.
The base likely originally had a glass dome that fit over clock, dome no longer present. Clock case appears in overall good, stable condition. The gilt decoration bright with some minor dirt and dust to recesses. The dial with a few tight age cracks emanating from winding apertures with a few chips around aperture from key strike. Clock is lacking pendulum so unable to test if running, Clock appears to take a wind with key and does strike on the half and full hour. Additional images available upon request.
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The base likely originally had a glass dome that fit over clock, dome no longer present. Clock case appears in overall good, stable condition. The gilt decoration bright with some minor dirt and dust to recesses. The dial with a few tight age cracks emanating from winding apertures with a few chips around aperture from key strike. Clock is lacking pendulum so unable to test if running, Clock appears to take a wind with key and does strike on the half and full hour. Additional images available upon request.
Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.
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