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Lewis Foreman Day (1845 - 1910)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- A rare wall-mounted clock
panels signed on the reverse `Lewis F Day, 1879'
- 60cm. high by 38cm. wide by 15cm. deep;
- 1ft 11 1/2 in., 1ft 3in., 6in.
ebonised wood and painted en grisaille, the dial centred by a rising sun and flanked by painted moon phases, flanked by four painted panels depicting two maidens and a man, within a reeded and foliate carved mount with a shaped frame, the French movement with Brocot escapement and quarter striking on two-coiled gong
Condition
A rare and striking piece of good overall appearance. Some wear and some surface dirt to the painted details as can be seen in the catalogue illustration. The overall colour in the painted decoration is rather more yellow than the catalogue illustration suggests. The hands of the clock appear to be repaired. The painting on the dial is a little worn. Minor wear to ebonised finish in places and old marks and scratches all consistent with age. An excellent example of Aesthetic design in good honest condition. Movement not tested.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The design of the figure below the clock face appeared on a design for a fireplace published in Day's Every-Day Art, London, 1882, p. 255. (see below)