Antique Clock AuctionPRESENTED BY R. O. SCHMITT FINE ARTSSaturday Eve, April 21, 2001, 6 pm{Viewing all lots from 4 pm Sat.!} Sunday, April 22, 11 amHoliday InnConvention Center{Center of New Hampshire} Manchester, NH This auction has ended,
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This auction features the American clock collection of Larry Rappaport of New York. American clocks include all of the great American weight regulators {Seth Thomas #7, 15, 19 and 32}, plus Gilbert #6, 7, 10 & 11, plus Welch #5, 7, 9, 11, 12, G, 5E, etc. Also rare Welch calendars, including Gale short drop, Cal #3, 5, and hanging Wagner. Space simply does not permit a full listing. 700 clocks, all fully illustrated and described in catalog. Rooms at the Holiday Inn [603-625-1000] are around $89 for single or double {$149 without advance reservation}. Make your reservation early, as we expect a large crowd for this once in a lifetime opportunity. [UPDATE: as of this writing (April 2), the Holiday Inn is OUT of rooms; however, the Ramada Inn {603-669-2660} and the Econo Lodge {603-624-0111} have rooms in Manchester, and just 7 miles south on 93 at exit 5, the new Sleep Inn {603-425-2110} is a prime choice.] Sales are conducted in catalog order; we accept personal checks with proper ID; no charge cards at this time; buyer's premium = 12%. Absentee bidding details are included in the catalog, and bids will be accepted via Fax, mail, e-mail or you may bid on-line with our contract server RealBidder.com |
SUMMARY OF TERMS OF SALE
Registration: You need a number to bid and you must present proof of identity in order to receive a bidding number. Absentee bidders are registered automatically on receipt of the absentee bid form. We reserve the right to refuse registration and/or bids.
Condition of lots: Our description of each lot is as thorough as space permits, and the extent of any damage or repairs should be confirmed by personal examination. The final decision to bid, and the amount to bid is at your own discretion and liability. All lots are as-is.
Clock weights have been removed to reduce the possibility of damage, and are stored along the back wall. See the weight master when checking out.
Buyer's Premium: 12% Stated simply, if your $50 bid wins, your invoice will total $56. There is NO sales tax.
Payment should be made and the item(s) removed on sale day. If possible, we ask that you wait until the end of the day's session.
Auctioneer:
R.O. SCHMITT
P. O. BOX 1941
SALEM, NH 03079
603-893-5915
NH Lic #2470, Life Member NAWCC - Member National Auctioneer's Assoc.
Guest Auctioneer: Robert S. (Bobby) Webber
New Hampshire Lic #2114
A NOTE ON RESTORATION
About 80% of the clocks that pass through our hands are 100 to 150 years old. The other 20% are both younger and older. Not all antiques have received the same care over this time and some of the clocks require work, or have had to be refinished, re-dialed, tablets replaced, or cabinets reglued. Since this work has been done prior to our receiving the item(s), we've had no control over the quality of the workmanship. However, we will always try our best to indicate the level of restoration and any replaced hardware. Restored clocks are still collectible and depending on their rarity, may offer you a chance to acquire a rare item at a reduced price. Our price estimates reflect the condition as explained for each lot.
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