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Lot 137

A SPELTER KANGAROO MYSTERY CLOCK
Early 20th century, the gilt metal pendulum/movement supported by the bronzed spelter kangaroo, on an ebonised plinth.
Height 31cm

Estimate $600 - $800

Sold for $400

- wear and paint loss to wooden plinth
- small dent to tail of kangaroo and overall dust to spelter
- areas of verdigris to giltmetal movement


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.


Leonard Joel, Sydney, The Private Collection of Trevor Kennedy AM, 1 November 2020, lot 164

The Collector's Auction

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8735
2:00pm - 4 June 2024
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra

VIEWING
Fri 31 May - Sun 2 Jun, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen St, Woollahra NSW

CONTACT
Madeleine Norton
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au


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