Decorative Arts Auction

June 13, 2012

LOT 282

Lot 282

Rare and Unusual Austrian Gilt, Silvered and Enamelled Metal Automaton Mantel Clock, 1857

Rare and Unusual Austrian Gilt, Silvered  and Enamelled Metal Automaton Mantel Clock, 1857
Lot 282 Details
Rare and Unusual Austrian Gilt, Silvered and Enamelled Metal Automaton Mantel Clock, 1857

memento mori school, the striking mechanism activating a spider scurrying around dial, skull’s jaw and snakes which emerge from eye sockets, the case monogrammed FT and dated
height 16.25" — 41.3 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $5,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Rare and Unusual Austrian Gilt, Silvered  and Enamelled Metal Automaton Mantel Clock, 1857
  • Rare and Unusual Austrian Gilt, Silvered  and Enamelled Metal Automaton Mantel Clock, 1857
  • Rare and Unusual Austrian Gilt, Silvered  and Enamelled Metal Automaton Mantel Clock, 1857
Note:

The term ‘Memento Mori refers to a genre of art whose common theme is to remind us of our mortality.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 282
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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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