Decorative Arts Auction

June 19, 2013

LOT 131

Lot 131

Distel Art Nouveau Mantel Clock, Willem Hendrik van Norden, c.1900

Distel Art Nouveau Mantel Clock, Willem Hendrik van Norden, c.1900
Lot 131 Details
Distel Art Nouveau Mantel Clock, Willem Hendrik van Norden, c.1900

restored
11.6" x 16.5" — 29.5 x 42 cm.
painted marks DiSTeL. M.103 and monogram WvN in black

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Some relatively minor restoration at front and back of base; some minor firing cracks and glaze blisters; otherwise substantially intact; movement sold “as is” with key and pendulum

LOT 131
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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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