Only Online Auction
Geneva, Apr 07, 2021
LOT 246
Walter Rössler – Horological School of Glashütte
Demonstration model of the lever escapement; gilded brass, wood and glass
CHF 2,000 - 4,000
EUR 1,800 - 3,600 / USD 2,120 - 4,240 / HKD 16,500 - 33,000
Sold: CHF 2,500
Gilded brass, key-winding, demonstration model of a lever escapement with monometallic balance and cylindrical hairspring; on a wooden base; under protective glass dome.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Brand Horological School , Berlin
Model made in the Horological School of Glashütte (Saxony, Germany)
Year circa 1900
Material gilded brass, wood and glass
Diameter 140 mm.
Caliber lever escapement
Height 195 mm. (including glass dome)
Weight 1 530 gr. (approx.)
Signature movement
Accessories steel winding-key
CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION FOR BUYERS
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