Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Dutch Wag-on-the-Wall Clock, c. 1860, painted iron roman numeral dial marked in the arch 1860, heavy brass hands on the one-day time-only movement with brass-bushed iron plates, all housed in an iron box with a rear mounted hanging loop and spike stabilizers, powered by a single brass-cased weight and regulated by a pendulum with brass strap rod and brass-faced bob, ht. of dial 20 in.
Estimate $600-800
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.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
From early timekeeping devices to precision regulators, the Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments department covers centuries of invention and function with trusted appraisals and world-competitive auctions.