Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
John Ferguson Lacquered Brass Ship's Binnacle, 19th century, conical body with divided viewing windows, enclosing the 4-in. dry compass card with cardinal points and marked John Ferguson 5 West Breast, Greenock, removable lantern with loop handles, sitting on a 11 1/2-in. turned and stepped molded mahogany base, ht. 10 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-700
one window has missing piece out of the lower section of object right glass
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.
Keywords
John Ferguson, John Ferguson LacqueredJonathan 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.