24th Nov, 2020 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable)

 
Lot 50
 

50

[M] A NOVELTY BRASS AND GLASS LIGHTHOUSE CLOCK, PROBABLY FRENCH, CIRCA 1880

A NOVELTY BRASS AND GLASS LIGHTHOUSE CLOCK, PROBABLY FRENCH, CIRCA 1880

the brass body with moulded doors, anchors, lion masks, simulated bricks, etc., supporting a platform with clock movement with verge type escapement with rear windings, hour indicator needle with sailor pointing, hours marked out on rotating glass cylinder with lantern clock top with time ball finial, all on a turned wooden base - 25in. (63.5cm.) high

Sold for £930
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Electrical components apparently detached. Glass cylinder with repaired V-shaped crack between 1 and 3. Movement running well at time of cataloguing

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 

A NOVELTY BRASS AND GLASS LIGHTHOUSE CLOCK, PROBABLY FRENCH, CIRCA 1880

the brass body with moulded doors, anchors, lion masks, simulated bricks, etc., supporting a platform with clock movement with verge type escapement with rear windings, hour indicator needle with sailor pointing, hours marked out on rotating glass cylinder with lantern clock top with time ball finial, all on a turned wooden base - 25in. (63.5cm.) high

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable), 24th Nov, 2020

Mercantile : 1-98

Naval : 101-179

Instruments : 181-295

Printed catalogues available at £20 (+P&P)

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THIS SALE WILL BE CONDUCTED LIVE ONLINE ONLY

You will not be able to bid live in the room. Absentee bids may be left via the website or using a bid form or you can bid via one of three online platforms. Unfortunately, we cannot offer telephone bidding for this sale

  • UKAuctioneers.com  this service offers a choice of either paying a one-off £3.95 flat fee for the sale and no further charges; or 3% of the hammer price. Charles Miller Ltd will refund successful buyers who bid via the £3.95 flat fee
  • The-Saleroom.com – charges 5% of the hammer price
  • Invaluable.com – charges 3% of the hammer price

 

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