£1,000
ANGLO-CHINESE EBONISED LONGCASE CLOCK
SHANGHAI, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
the case carved throughout with dragons, bamboo and cherry blossom, fitted with a contemporary English movement by Elliot & Sons, Ltd.
211cm high
PROVENANCE: the case was made in Shanghai for the Canadian Trade Commissioner, Joseph M. Mussen, who later became the mayor of Niagara-on-the-Lake
PROVENANCE: A Prominent Scottish Collection
Small shrinkage crack on front of hood, case and movement in otherwise excellent condition
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
30% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
33.6% inc VAT*