Lot 395
  • 395

An ebonised quarter repeating table clock, Joseph Grey, Durham

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 51.5cm. 20¼in. high
8-inch dial with mask and leaf spandrels, calendar aperture to the matted centre, subsidiary dials in the arch for strike/silent and regulation, flanking a plaque signed Joseph Grey, Durham above an engraved shell, the similarly signed fusee movement with five knopped pillars, later anchor escapement with rise and fall regulation, repeating the quarters on six bells with a further hour bell, the backplate well engraved with foliate scrolls within a formal border, the inverted bell top case with a brass carrying handle 

Condition

Dial in generally good condition, minute and regulation hands replaced. Movement with later anchor escapement and in need of a clean. Case with cracked side glass, old scuffs, cracks and marks throughout and lacking feet. With pendulum and winder.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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 Sotheby's 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. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

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