French Figural Crystal Regulator

French Figural Crystal Regulator

Estimate:
[restrict paid=ture]$500 – $750[/restrict]
Auctioneer:
[restrict paid=ture]Fontaine's Auction Gallery[/restrict]
Sold Price:
[restrict paid=ture]$800[/restrict]
Sold Date:
[restrict paid=ture]8:00 AM – May 21, 2016[/restrict]

French Figural Crystal Regulator. 3.25 in. porcelain dial signed “Theodore B. Starr” has blue Roman hour numerals with floral garland, fancy pierced center and brass bezel; French brass 8 day spring driven movement with half hour strike on a coiled gong, pin pallet escapement and fancy brass 2 jar faux mercurial pendulum. In a brass case with dome top, spelter finials, and figural side supports, curved beveled glass on the front, rear and sides; has a worn gilt finish. Missing rear leg, striking, not running. 16.5 in. high x 10.5 in. wide x 8.5 in. deep. Weight: 18.5 lbs.