Premier Auction - Session I - November 17, 2023 | Lot 551-1007
Fri, Nov 17, 2023 09:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 943
Historical 1709 Bronze Sundial Plate. possibly Virginia
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
possibly Virginia, probably 18th century, inscribed on pate "Redeem ye Tyme", dated 1709, the 12 in. square plate inscribed with sixteen divisions, the gnomon apparently set at 45 degrees with mounting holes at the four corners, set into a modern wood frame, 13-1/2 in. square
Provenance: (presumably) Jon Laubach, Williamsburg, Virginia to Wallace Guster to Gordon Barlow; Estate of Dr. J. Francis and Laquita Amos, Rocky Mount, Virginia
Note: According to the consignor notes, this sundial plate was found in New Kent County, near Williamsburg.
Condition
attractive patina and oxidation commensurate with age and outdoor use, the gnomon attached to the plate underside with modern rods; wooden plate with faux aging, good overall condition
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(presumably) Jon Laubach, Williamsburg, Virginia to Wallace Guster to Gordon Barlow; Estate of Dr. J. Francis and Laquita Amos, Rocky Mount, Virginia
