Lot 248 , A mid 18th century German carved giltwood striking and chiming mantel clock, 26in.
A mid 18th century German carved giltwood striking and chiming mantel clock, with enamelled Roman dial, silvered moonphase, chime selectors and date aperture, signed Joh. Adam Sioc Neuburg, 26in.
Estimate £1,000-1,500
Movement in working order, striking quarters and hours on two bells, pendulum probably a replacement, small splinter chip around left winding dial, otherwise dial good, Calendar work not tested. Later screw below date aperture, case with minor restorations, slight old worm damage beneath, some re-touching to blue paint on interior, hinges probably replacements.
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Sold for £1,500