AUCTION : 1013

Lot#: 1079

DESCRIPTION: Devon Clocks Ltd., England, mystery clock, design based on John Schmidt's 1808 patent "The Mysterious Circulator or Chronological Equilibrium", the pivoted indicator with a pointer on one end, and the larger cylinder at the other containing the movement with revolving weights, all suspended between two gilt mermaid form supports, Roman numeral silvered chapter ring, on a green marble base with ball feet, base with brass plaque marked "Devon Clocks Ltd. 134/1500, c1980
CONDITION: good condition overall, minor marks on indicator, base with minor dirt and spots, running, Ht 10"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $2000
PRICE SOLD: $1300

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