DESCRIPTION:
Escapement model - J. Karr, Washington, D.C., rare escapement model of Karr's 1864 patent detent design, unusual dual hairspring arrangement, unjeweled, main brass plate signed "J. Karr, Washington D.C." and measuring approximately 2.5" x 2.25", on wooden base of 5.5" diameter and with glass protective dome. An extremely rare, if not unique, model of Karr's U.S. patent #44317 and a fantastic associated piece to accompany the owner of a Karr chronometer watch such as the following lot in the present auction. CONDITION: Mvt: Ticking when wound but visibly dirty and with error in the flat of its balance motion, overhaul recommended
CONDITION:
Mvt: Ticking when wound but visibly dirty and with error in the flat of its balance motion, overhaul recommended, fine cosmetic mvt condition overall, some fine scratches, spotting and rub marks to gilt surfaces; glass dome and wooden base in excellent condition overall with few mild surface marks, glass dome with small initials scribed on the top of its handle portion, wooden base appears to be missing an original cover for its underside over the exposed mechanism.
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$4000
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