An English Engraved Ormolu Carriage Clock

Circa 1830

the case finely engraved and chased with a cathedral and castle in riverscapes, a castle on a higher ground and sailing vessels in a stormy sea; the lever escapement set in a bubble, the balance wheel plain with three arms, chain and fusee movement with retaining power.
Height 6 1/8 inches.

Property from the Estate of Joanna Hoffman, Palm Beach, and Her Father, John Hoffman, Member of the British Antique Dealers’ Association and the Confederation Internationale de Negociants en Oeuvres d’Art.

This lot is located in Palm Beach.

Appears to set and run properly, though future running condition not guaranteed. Service recommended. The gilding original. Overall good condition consistent with age and use.
We have a winding key that fits (the smaller end of the key) as shown in the photo.

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Donna Tribby

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Donna Tribby is a senior specialist in the Southeast region at Hindman.

Ms. Tribby joined the firm in 2013 and has handled notable auctions and collections such as those of Phillip and Mary Hullitar and the Kennedy Winter White House. She uses her extensive experience on daily basis to evaluate property from large collections and estates across all categories. She has over 38 years of experience in the art world, previously serving as Vice President of the Catalogue and Appraisal department at Sloan & Company Fine Art Auctioneers and Director of a major Palm Beach gallery. After her tenure as director, she went on to open Waddington & Tribby Fine Art in Boca Raton and West Palm Beach.

Donna Tribby is a senior specialist in the Southeast region at Hindman.

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An English Engraved Ormolu Carriage Clock

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