Lot 319
The ebonised domed case with gilt metal mounts, the silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals and Arabic minutes, signed 'Tho. Martin London', with gilt cherub head spandrels and matted centre, double fusee verge escapement striking on a bell.
Height 40cm, Width 25cm, Depth 17cm
Estimate $5,000 - $7,000
Winding key modern, cracks to case on domed top, and various other places, movement seems to be functional and keep 'reasonable time'. Last record of service in 1951, see letter which accompanies clock.
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Collection of C Gordon Russell, London, 1951
The Estate of The Hon. Dr John Kennedy McLaughlin AM, Sydney
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8699
2:00pm - 19 September 2023
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Friday 15 - Sunday 17 September, 10am - 4pm
36-40 Queen St, Woollahra NSW
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