$1,599
Sawin & Dyer Gilt-front Lyre Clock, Boston, c. 1825, painted roman numeral iron dial signed "Sawin & Dyer/Boston" above gilt and mahogany lyre-form midsection with replaced reverse-painted glasses, eight-day time-only weight-driven brass movement, regulated by a brass-faced pendulum, ht. 40 in. Estimate $600-800 partially regilded, original signature, single board pine back board, and pedestal, replaced finial plinth and finial. 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