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A Dutch Marquetry Longcase Clock with Associated English Movement
Estimate: $3,000-$5,000
Sold
$1,900
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
A Dutch Marquetry Longcase Clock with Associated English Movement
Dial Signed Robert Banks, London, Mid-18th Century
Height 98 x width 20 1/2 x depth 10 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Clock in overall decent, stable condition. Old scuffs, marks, and scratches consistent with age. Even red-ish brown finish throughout. Finish exhibits some age but is not original. Few areas of scattered lifting and loss to inlay. The finials on hood replaced. The molding on hood with scattered splits and cracks. The works are associated, but appear intact. Clock takes a wind and appears to run. Not tested for accuracy or duration. Striking on a bell at the half and full hour. Additional images are available upon request.