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June 09 — 14, 2018
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LOT 104

Lot 104

Dutch Rococo Walnut Automaton Tall case Clock, P. Rossignal, Rotterdam, c.1790

Dutch Rococo Walnut Automaton Tall case Clock, P. Rossignal, Rotterdam, c.1790
Lot 104 Details
Dutch Rococo Walnut Automaton Tall case Clock, P. Rossignal, Rotterdam, c.1790

the engraved brass dial with silvered signature plate and chapter ring, moon phase dial with lunar calendar, month, day and date apertures, subsidiary seconds ring, the arch with five ships rocking against a painted harbour scene, all fronting a movement striking two bells in a case with typical figural ornaments and decorated with tulip inlay
height 112 in — 284.5 cm

Estimate $3,000-$4,000

Realised: $2,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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