The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Good overall condition.
The catalogue and the website illustrations are accurate.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and rubbing due to age and use.
The glass panel of the dial is missing.
Dial : with minor brownish traces especially to the top, minor scratches and heirhairline cracks.
Gilding: is worn and tarnished throughout ; black areas and spots.
One branch of the middle part of the upper sun decor is slightly distorted with a minor crack.
With a pendulum which is detached.
Please note that this condition report has been written from a work of art and not a time-measuring object point of view. Therefore this lot has to be checked by a professional clock-maker.
Print Report