Duck and Fish Decoys, Folk Art, Art Glass, Decorative Arts and Furniture
Lot 14:
Description
A mechanical skeleton mantel clock produced by Thwaites and Reed. The timepiece features a polished brass frame with an openwork scrolling design, exposing the internal spring-driven mechanical movement. It is equipped with a single train and a passing strike mechanism that hits a bell mounted at the top of the frame. The clock features a silvered, skeletonized chapter ring with black Roman numerals and fleur-de-lis half-hour markers, complemented by pierced blued steel hands. The movement is mounted on a circular base covered in green velvet, which is set into a molded, multi-colored onyx plinth. The entire unit is protected by a clear glass dome and includes a brass winding key. The front frame base is inscribed Thwaites and Reed, and the dial is marked Made in England at the bottom center. The rear frame base is inscribed 542/1000S, indicating its status as a limited edition piece.
Height: 10 inches
Base Diameter: 8.5 inches.
Condition report:
The clock is in excellent aesthetic condition. The brass frame is bright and shows no significant tarnish or oxidation. The silvered dial is clean with crisp lettering and numerals. The glass dome is intact without chips, cracks, or deep scratches. The onyx base is stable with natural veining and no structural damage. The green velvet shows minor lint accumulation. The movement has not been tested for mechanical functionality or timekeeping accuracy.
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