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ARCHIBALD KNOX | "Tudric" Clock, Model No. 0608
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Archibald Knox
- "Tudric" Clock, Model No. 0608
- impressed MADE/IN/ENGLAND/TUDRIC/PEWTER/0608/RD 468015
- polished pewter, enamel, copper, brass, clear glass
- 5 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 2 in. (14 x 8.3 x 5.1 cm)
- circa 1900-1905
Literature
Liberty Pewter Sketch Book, Westminster City Archives, London, n.d., p. 59, no. 0608
The Liberty Style, exh. cat., Japan Art & Culture Association, Tokyo, 1999, p. 115, no. 170
Stephen A. Martin, ed., Archibald Knox, London, 1995, p. 89
Adrian J. Tilbrook, The Designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, London, 2000, p. 111, fig. 93
Stephen Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, p. 233
The Liberty Style, exh. cat., Japan Art & Culture Association, Tokyo, 1999, p. 115, no. 170
Stephen A. Martin, ed., Archibald Knox, London, 1995, p. 89
Adrian J. Tilbrook, The Designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, London, 2000, p. 111, fig. 93
Stephen Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, p. 233
Condition
Overall in very good condition. When viewed in person, the enamel presents with deeper and richer green than visible in the catalogue illustration. The pewter surface with very minor fine surface scratches, light scattered pitting and tarnishing consistent with age and gentle handling. The pewter frame surrounding the clock face with one shallow indentation, visible in the catalogue photography and not visually distracting. The recessed areas with some surface soiling concentrated to the numbers. The clock's roof and back side with some very minor signs of light pitting, as expected from age and natural evolution of the medium, but not visible unless closely inspected. Functionality of the movement is not guaranteed and it could need service at the buyer's discretion. A charming and finely detailed work in well-preserved condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.