24th Nov, 2020 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable)

 
Lot 194
 

194

[M] A RARE KAISERMARINE U-BOAT BULKHEAD CLOCK BY FRANZ HAPPE, KIEL, CIRCA 1914

A RARE KAISERMARINE U-BOAT BULKHEAD CLOCK BY FRANZ HAPPE, KIEL, CIRCA 1914

with 5½in. silvered dial with black-filled numerals signed as per title and engraved with crown and M device and numbered 1930, slow/fast lever above '12' black spade hands with subsidiary dial with single winding arbour to eight-day barrel going movement, contained within brass bulkhead case with side lock stamped 96 and numbered behind 2331028, with bevelled glass face plate -- 8in. (20cm.) diam.

Sold for £5,208
Estimated at £600 - £800

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Faceplate has replacement screw holes for glass. in good running order at time of cataloguing. Replacement key.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. 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 Charles Miller Ltd 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.

 

A RARE KAISERMARINE U-BOAT BULKHEAD CLOCK BY FRANZ HAPPE, KIEL, CIRCA 1914

with 5½in. silvered dial with black-filled numerals signed as per title and engraved with crown and M device and numbered 1930, slow/fast lever above '12' black spade hands with subsidiary dial with single winding arbour to eight-day barrel going movement, contained within brass bulkhead case with side lock stamped 96 and numbered behind 2331028, with bevelled glass face plate -- 8in. (20cm.) diam.

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Venerable), 24th Nov, 2020

Mercantile : 1-98

Naval : 101-179

Instruments : 181-295

Printed catalogues available at £20 (+P&P)

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