A table clock with an astronomical compendium

A table clock with an astronomical compendium Fire-gilt brass, silver, engraved, with coloured cloisonné enamel, polished wrought iron, partly blued. Central dial with several discs, aspect scheme, lunar age, moon phase, alarm and a hand. Two smaller subsidiary dials decorated with a vase of flowers and a bird among foliate scrolls in coloured enamel. Movement with angular brass pillars, going, alarm and two striking trains for two bells, regulation of the verge escapement by a lever with pig bristles, one-day movement. Monogramm "V.S." engraved on the plate. Localised wear to the gilding, scratches. Height 8.5, width 18.5, depth 10.5 cm. South German, late 16th C.

Estimate:£16,743.72

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