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隨James Cox 風格
估價
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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描述
- 珍罕仿烏木鑲銅鎏金音樂自動人偶小型座鐘，年份約1765。
- ebony, brass, beachwood, oak
- 高16 1/2 英寸（42公分），寬9 1/2英寸（24公分），深6英寸（15公分）
• 4英寸（10公分）琺瑯錶盤，底盤彩繪琺瑯花卉，圓拱下彩繪兩個自動人偶，兩個小錶盤分別顯示音樂/靜音、曲調選擇 • 三傳動芝麻鏈擺輪心軸機芯，鐘樂報時，共六首曲調，每小時或按選擇播放一首，八鐘九錘，背板雕刻渦卷葉紋 • 鐘殼仿烏木，四邊鑲銅鎏金，兩邊鑲精雕凹紋半壁柱飾科林斯式柱頭 • 附同年代上弦桿，雕刻 James Cox, London, 27
* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準。
* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準。
Condition
Case overall in good condition with minimal wear to the edges of the wood, crack to the veneer at the right of the dial, cracks to wood at the top, split to the molding to the arch. Lion to the top is removable. Front left finial is loose. Trophies to the sides are crisp and in good condition. Dials in generally good condition with crack to the time dial at 7, crack to the tune dial from the center arbor to the top and bottom, crack to the strike dial from the center arbor to the top and right. Gilding worn throughout. Music and automata in good working order. Figures in restored condition.
Accompanied by a winding key signed James Cox.
"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.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
"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.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
拍品資料及來源
The present lot is unusually small for a musical automaton clock and is a good example of clocks that were made in the manner of James Cox during the third quarter of the 18th century.