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.
CASE: The porcelain flowers are French, mostly 18th century, with possibly one or two 19th century examples. Presently with some of the flowerheads detached, but present. One branch with flowerhead broken off but also present. The porcelain figures with some chips, losses and restorations.
DIAL: The glass bezel present but detached. Some surface dirt, small chips and repairs to the winding holes. Signature and numerals slightly rubbed.
MOVEMENT: The plates and motionwork a little dirty and tarnished. Pinions oxidised in areas. Some rebushing evident.
Please note Christie's do not guarantee the working condition, duration or timekeeping of clocks offered for sale. Further detailed images are available upon request from the department.
THE PORCELAIN: Harlequin with restoration to his left fingers and thumb. There is a glaze crack to card decorated side of his waistcoat, approximately 5 cm. long. The end of his baton restored.
Columbine’s right root rest and over painted from ankle. There is a hairline crack from hem of skirt up, approximately 4 cm. long. Her right wrist broken through and restored and slap stick restored. Her left fingers and thumb also restored. Further restoration to the brim of her hat.
The child with left fingers chipped and lacking, both hands and her right foot restored.
All three figures with restoration, chipping and losses to applied leaves and flowers. Some slight wear to gilding and enamels and occasional minor surface abrasion.
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