Decorative Art Auction, Session 2

December 02, 2010

LOT 338

Lot 338

Large Russian Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock, Case by Samuel Wehl, St. Petersburg, c.1850

Large Russian Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock,  Case by Samuel Wehl, St. Petersburg, c.1850
Lot 338 Details
Large Russian Ormolu Figural Mantel Clock, Case by Samuel Wehl, St. Petersburg, c.1850

the base with floral trailing vines amid rocaille scroll work surmounted by heroic couple in boat foundering in stormy sea, the 3 1/2 inch gilt dial set amongst waves and fronting French countwheel strike movement with silk thread suspension, numbered 5316
26.5" x 18.5" — 67.3 x 47 cm.
case stamped with S. Wehl, St. Petersburg in marquise lozenge

Estimate $8,000-$12,000

Realised: $10,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Case in excellent condition. Original partially burnished gilding. Some wear/scratches to dial, minute hand bent, no pendulum, no key. Movement otherwise appears complete.

LOT 338
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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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