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Bearing the signature "John Holmes, London", probably late 19th century composed of earlier elements

A Carved Mahogany Miniature Long Case Clock

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Estimate
$2,500–$3,500 hammer
Result
Performance
Sale
Bonhams — Fine Watches and Clocks, New York · 20 October 2022
Record ID
TB-2026-550333
Record
first seen 21 Jul 2026 · updated 21 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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A Carved Mahogany Miniature Long Case Clock, Bearing the signature "John Holmes, London", probably late 19th century composed of earlier elements. Bonhams, 20 Oct 2022, lot 8. bought in (did not sell). TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-550333.

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A Carved Mahogany Miniature Long Case Clock, Bearing the signature "John Holmes, London", probably late 19th century composed of earlier elements. Bonhams, 20 Oct 2022, lot 8. bought in (did not sell). TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-550333.

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From the same sale Fine Watches and Clocks · Oct 2022

LotArtistEstimateResult
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19th / 20th century incorporating some earlier elements A Mahogany Quarter Striking Longcase Clock With Gridiron Pendulum $1,500–$2,500
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