$3,690
Three Matthew Berge Lacquered Brass Instruments, London, first quarter 19th century, a gunner's perpendicular leveling scribe with inset steel feet, scribe, and a spirit level marked "Berge"; a 6-in. sector with engraved scales on both sides marked "M. Berge"; and a pair of large 23-in. calipers with inset steel tips, scales on both sides, and marked "M. Berge/London/late Ramsden/A.U." Note: Berge was the successor to Ramsden. Provenance: The property of Laurent Adamowicz. Estimate $1,000-1,500 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-20
