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Lot 56

AN EARLY VICTORIAN ROSEWOOD-CASED LIBRARY CLOCK
Wheeler, London, mid-19th century

The double fusee movement and silvered Roman numeral dial with engraved spandrels within a five-glass rosewood case of Classical pedestal form with moulded base
38cm high, 29.5cm wide, 16.5cm deep

Estimate $1,800 - $2,400

Sold for $2,800

The case:
Some wear to the silvered dial
Small cracks to the veneer and the case visible in places
Small tears to the fabric to the back door
Small crack measuring 5.5cm to the rear of the case

The movement:
Hour striking only
Complete, and currently working, but not recently serviced or timed, may require a service
Door key and winder present



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.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8805
4:00pm - 30 March 2026
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 27 - Sun 29 March, 11am - 5pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn, VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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