$984
George Clarke Winged Lantern Clock for the Turkish Market, London, c. 1780, the arched composite brass dial with silvered boss in the arch engraved "Geo: Clarke/London" flanked by Turkish themed spandrels, a "Turkish" numeral chapter ring surrounds a matted center with pierced steel hands and similar spandrels to those above, posted-frame, verge escapement rope-drive movement with anchor bob within movement center and swinging beyond the frame, countwheel mounted on the back, hour bell mounted above masked by pierced frets, and rear sharpened wall spikes, ht. 14 in. Estimate $800-1,200 lacking weight, bell strap replaced, wings probably replaced 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
