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Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

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LOT 313

Lot 313

George III Black Japanned Tall case Clock with Equation of Time, John Burges, Gosport, c.1780

George III Black Japanned Tall case Clock with Equation of Time, John Burges, Gosport, c.1780
Lot 313 Details
George III Black Japanned Tall case Clock with Equation of Time, John Burges, Gosport, c.1780

the 12 inch brass dial with silvered chapter ring and subsidiary seconds dial, sweep date hand and equation calendar ring in the arch, the break arch case with gilt Chinoiserie lacquered design all over including figures and pagodas in landscape setting
height 87" — 221 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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George III Black Japanned Tall case Clock with Equation of Time, John Burges, Gosport, c.1780
  • George III Black Japanned Tall case Clock with Equation of Time, John Burges, Gosport, c.1780
  • George III Black Japanned Tall case Clock with Equation of Time, John Burges, Gosport, c.1780
  • George III Black Japanned Tall case Clock with Equation of Time, John Burges, Gosport, c.1780

CONDITION DETAILS

Movement and case likely associated. Movement in good working condition. (no guarantee) Case in good condition with minor restoration, paint loss and dry cracking. Original trunk door key, no crank.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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