16th Nov, 2019 10:00 GMT/BST

Autumn Fine Art Sale (Part II)

 
  Lot 573
 

573

A Small Rosewood Mantel Timepiece, signed Simson, Southampton, circa 1835, the Gothic style...

A Small Rosewood Mantel Timepiece, signed Simson, Southampton, circa 1835, the Gothic style case with side glass panels, 3-1/4-inch one piece silvered dial with Roman numerals and signed, single fusee movement with an anchor escapement, shaped plates, movement secured in by brackets, 25cm high see illustration

Stephen Simson is recorded as working in Southampton between 1830-39. See Loomes (Brian) Watch & Clockmakers of the World, Volume II

Sold for £800
Estimated at £700 - £900


 

14.10.19 Front door is very slightly bowed, case with small cracks to the veneers in parts, back door with a small piece of later added veneer, dial and movement are clean, in going order.

 


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Auction: Autumn Fine Art Sale (Part II), 16th Nov, 2019

Autumn Fine Art Sale (Part II)

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