7th Feb, 2024 11:00
The Oxford Library Sale
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A Regency mahogany Egyptian revival table clock, the white enamel Roman dial signed Leplastrier, Mark Lane, London. The twin fusee movement with pull repeat, bell strike and signed back plate with engraved border. The drum head case with single brass finial, brass inlay and ball feet, 18" high
Sold for £980
Estimated at £500 - £800
A Regency mahogany Egyptian revival table clock, the white enamel Roman dial signed Leplastrier, Mark Lane, London. The twin fusee movement with pull repeat, bell strike and signed back plate with engraved border. The drum head case with single brass finial, brass inlay and ball feet, 18" high
Dial - some chipping around the winding holes, and on edge at 11 & 2, bezel locked missing key.
Movement - not tested.
Case - generally good, bezel escutcheon missing, side moulding detached but there, small piece of front moulding detached but there, veneer loose on back door, age related marks/patination.
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Auction: The Oxford Library Sale, 7th Feb, 2024
Day One
Clocks, Furniture, Works of Art and Collectable - Lots 1 - 406
Day Two
Fine Bindings and Incunables from the collection of the late John P. Love - Lots 501- 575 (Click here to read about J. P. Love)
Antiquarian and Modern Books from multiple vendors - Lots 576 - 598
Books from the Library of the late Malcom Deas - Lots 601 - 702 (Click here to read about M. Deas)
Antiquarian and Modern Books from multiple vendors - Lots 703 - 783
Viewing
Saturday 3 February 9am - 1pm
Monday 5 February 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 6 February 9am - 5pm
