Silver, Glass Ceramics

December 03, 2008

LOT 236

Lot 236

French Ormolu Mounted Vernis Martin Cased Clock with Bracket, J. Gudin à Paris, 18/19th century

French Ormolu Mounted Vernis Martin Cased Clock with Bracket, J. Gudin à Paris, 18/19th century
Lot 236 Details
French Ormolu Mounted Vernis Martin Cased Clock with Bracket, J. Gudin à Paris, 18/19th century

height 55.5" — 141 cm.
dial inscribed J. GUDIN / A PARIS

Estimate $3,500-$5,000

Realised: $3,840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Additional Images
French Ormolu Mounted Vernis Martin Cased Clock with Bracket, J. Gudin à Paris, 18/19th century
  • French Ormolu Mounted Vernis Martin Cased Clock with Bracket, J. Gudin à Paris, 18/19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Topmost leaf of finial is broken off (we have the piece); some cracking of enamel at centre of dial; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 236
×

About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.