Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Grand Sonnerie Carriage Clock with Alarm, France, brass and beveled glass case, enamel roman numeral dial with subsidiary alarm dial below, top-mounted handle and repeat on command button, eight-day time, grand sonnerie strike, and alarm movement regulated by a platform escapement, ht. with handle extended 6 1/2 in., all in a velvet-lined carrying case.
Estimate $800-1,200
Clock ticks but doesn't stay running. Strike needs adjustment. Carrying case missing leather covering.
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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FranceJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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