Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
New York, Dec 08, 2010
LOT 5
Japy Freres Retailed By Tiffany & Co. Japy Freres, France, retailed by Tiffany & Co., New York. No. 13384. Made in the 1900s. Rectangular gilt brass and beveled glass striking mantel clock with mercury pendulum. To be sold without reserve
USD 1,000 - 1,500
CHF 1,000 - 1,500 / EUR 700 - 1,000
Sold: USD 688
C. Glazed on 4 sides and on the top with beveled glass panels, gilt brass pillars to a stepped base with four feet, hinged front and back doors. D. Gilt with black painted Roman numerals, outer minute track, central guilloche, winding apertures. Blued steel spade hands. M. Circular, gilt brass, twin barrel, rack lever escapement, striking on a coiled steel gong. Case and movement signed by manufacturer, dial signed by retailer. Dim. 22.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 13.2 cm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-25 |
Good Chipped |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |