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Premier Auction - Session I - February 3, 2023

Fri, Feb 3, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 351

Rare Early British Oak Bracket Clock

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

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

dated 1695, carved oak case in old patinated surface, relief carved scalloped crest, the pediment with bell opening, centering a date of 1695, circular brass dial, ball feet, brass movement, 23-1/4 x 15-1/2 x 9-1/4 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, Warrenton, Virginia

Condition

the case generally good with some shrinkage cracks, one applied molding at dial surround replaced, distress at side door hinges, other cracks and nail scars at case sides, chiming brass movement probably original (not removed for exam, visible through side door, but case back is nailed on), feet probably replaced