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Great Marsh: The Collection of a Virginia Gentleman

Sat, Jun 13, 2015 09:00AM EDT - Sun, Jun 14, 2015 09:00AM EDT
Lot 150

William and Mary Japanned Long Case

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

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Clock British, late 17th/early 18th century, square brass dial signed "Robert Danton London", set with later brass eight-day movement, the hood with carved and silver leaf decorated scrolled pediment with bird motif, finely decorated waisted case with Japanned chinoisserie decoration on a bright-red ground, 91 x 19 x 12 in., works and saddle board replaced, restorations to lower section of base, brass finials replaced, some warping to door, cracks and distress at lower waist molding, surface wear and decoration losses with scattered cracks, wear and flaws consistent with age and use; with key. Notes: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: George Arnold Fine Art, Ormond Beach, Florida; Tharpe Collection

Condition

works and saddle board replaced, restorations to lower section of base, brass finials replaced, some warping to door, cracks and distress at lower waist molding, surface wear and decoration losses with scattered cracks, wear and flaws consistent with age and use

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