Decorative Art Auction, Session 2

December 02, 2010

LOT 335

Lot 335

French Great Exhibition Brass Skeleton Alarm Timepiece, c.1850

French Great Exhibition Brass Skeleton Alarm Timepiece, c.1850
Lot 335 Details
French Great Exhibition Brass Skeleton Alarm Timepiece, c.1850

the 2 1/4 inch white Roman chapter ring signed Martin Baskett & Martin with central silvered alarm dial, 14 day silk thread suspension movement similarly signed and stamped Ms. Honorables Exp. Paris, Londres, all on oval ebonized base concealing alarm mechanism and under glass dome
domed height 11.25" — 28.6 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Property from the private collection of Katrina Wilson, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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