Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Dutch Zaandam Rosewood Wall Clock, Netherlands, rosewood case and bracket with cast metal figure of Atlas mounted to the double iron bells, gilt-metal pierced ormolu panels above the silvered chapter ring with hour and alarm hand, and date aperture on a blue velvet backing, eight-day time and alarm posted-frame movement with verge escapement, powered by brass pear-shaped weights, (lacking pendulum),ht. 33 in.
Estimate $300-400
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NetherlandsJonathan 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.