$4,920
Ceres Figural Conical Pendulum Mystery Clock, France, c. 1890, the figure of Ceres, Goddess of Agriculture, holding a small harvest in her left hand, and the clock suspended from her right on two chains and central hanging plumb bob, the 2 3/4-in. dia. dial with engine-turned stepped bezel, raised roman numerals, decorated center, and engraved flowers on the side, encloses the time-only movement, all mounted to a foliate, scalloped, and scrolled base, ht. 29 in. Estimate $5,000-6,000 ticks but doesnt stay running 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:
2017-10-27
