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Archibald Knox
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Archibald Knox
- Clock, Model No. 0629
- impressed ENGLISH PEWTER/0629
- pewter, copper, brass and enamel
Provenance
Victor and Gretha Arwas, Editions Graphiques, London, circa 1983
Literature
Liberty Pewter Sketch Book, Westminster City Archives, n.d., p. 60, no. 0629
Liberty’s 1875-1975, An Exhibition to Mark the Firm’s Centenary, exh. cat., Victoria & Albert Museum, London, 1975, p. 76, no. D190B
Victor Arwas, Liberty Style, Tokyo, 1983, p. 104, no. P.39
Adrian J. Tilbrook, The Designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, London, 2000, p. 106, fig. no. 86
Stephen A. Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, p. 233
Liberty’s 1875-1975, An Exhibition to Mark the Firm’s Centenary, exh. cat., Victoria & Albert Museum, London, 1975, p. 76, no. D190B
Victor Arwas, Liberty Style, Tokyo, 1983, p. 104, no. P.39
Adrian J. Tilbrook, The Designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, London, 2000, p. 106, fig. no. 86
Stephen A. Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, p. 233
Condition
Overall in good condition. The colors of the enamel are darker and more saturated in hue when viewed in person than in the catalogue illustration, especially the red which is a more garnet tone. The architectural silhouette of the clock is enhanced by the two different treatments of the pewter. Each of the interior inset panels is patinated and with a martele surface. The pewter has wear, rubbing and surface scratches to the smooth pewter surface throughout, visible in the catalogue illustration. The recessed portions of the design with minor evidence of oxidation. There is a minor irregularity to the patina to the proper left face of the clock, adjacent to the decoration which is possibly original. The enamel is in good condition, with a few pinhead size losses scattered around the outside perimeter. The martele brass hands are in very good condition. One fastening pin missing to the proper right side of the dial, visible in the catalogue illustration. With a key. The movement is not guaranteed to run at the time of cataloging and was not tested for accuracy of time and may need service at the buyers discretion. A charming clock displaying a detailed architectonic form with wonderful presence.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.