Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Elliott Quarter-sawn Oak Quarter-chiming Tall Clock, swan's neck hood with freestanding fluted tapered columns flanking the composite brass dial with applied arabic numerals, cast brass engraved applied spandrels, and center, moon's phase in the arch and maker's plaque reading "Elliott," full-length beveled glass waist door and wreath decorated base, resting on two carved paw front feet and block rear feet, eight-day, three-train movement with chimes on four gongs, regulated by a brass-faced pendulum and three associated weights, ht. 95 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
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.