Lot 109
Late 18th century, the painted dial with Roman numerals and Arabic minutes below a moon phase aperture and decorated with flowers and oak leaves and acorns, the arched hood surmounted by carved figures of Atlas and two maidens, the shaped case with pierced gilt lead aperture.
Height 146cm, Width 41cm, Depth 20cm
Estimate $1,200 - $1,800
Case: figures on top have cracked varnish, right hand column capital replaced, also base of left hand column, minor scratches to case; Dial has wear to the painting, movement seems to be complete, but will need to be regulated properly.
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The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8416
6:00pm - 22 June 2021
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Viewing in Sydney:
Friday 18 - Sunday 20 June, 10am - 4pm
CONTACT
Madeleine Norton
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
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