A few examples of appraisal values for
SUNDIALS

• ELABORATE NOON CANNON SUNDIAL Early
  ELABORATE NOON CANNON SUNDIAL Early 20th century, consisting of composite marble base supporting a cannon, adjustable magnifying glass, a raised dial, and gnomon. Such instruments can be calibrated so that the sun ignites a primed cannon at a specified time.
• A sundial sphere, the oval base
  A sundial sphere, the oval base with signs of the zodiac, 74.5cm high
• TOM TORRENS PATINATED COPPER AND
  TOM TORRENS PATINATED COPPER AND IRON SUNDIALTom Torrens (American, 20th Century) A patinated sundial having a round copper basin with verdigris surface raised on an iron base. Ht: 34" Dia: 15.25"
• GEORGIAN BRONZE HORIZONTAL
  GEORGIAN BRONZE HORIZONTAL SUNDIALGeorgian Bronze Horizontal Sundial , engraved in a banner "John Field, Londini/HORA FUGIT", and "Anno Dom 1715", octagonal form with Roman numeral chapter ring, scroll gnomon, compass rose, over figure of Father Time, beveled mounting holes, h. 6 in., dia. 13 in. (at points) Provenance: Collection of Brooke and Maria Fox, Metairie, LA
• TWO CONTINENTAL NOON CANNON
  TWO CONTINENTAL NOON CANNON SUNDIALS Late 19th - 20th century, each on a circular marble base having a cannon, a magnifying glass in brass frame, a dial, and a gnomon. Such instruments can be calibrated so that the sun ignites a primed cannon at a specified time.
• A COLLECTION OF FOUR ENGLISH
  A COLLECTION OF FOUR ENGLISH SUNDIALS AND A BAROMETER Late 19th to mid 20th century, including an aneroid barometer with round dial within a polished gray hardstone, stand (7 in.); the tallest of columnar form in red and gray hardstone, apex with engraved bronze horizontal sundial and inset compass, the shaft with mercury thermometer, retaining label to underside "Carver / Watchmaker / And / Jeweller / Falmouth," (13 1/2 in.); a sundial compass set atop a turned wood baluster stand, unmarked (8 1/2 in.); smaller sundial in grayish green hardstone with engraved white metal instrument (4 1/2 in.)l; a small bronze baluster from sundial, marked "Certa / Ratic" (4 3/4 in.).
• OUTDOOR GARDEN METAL & CAST STONE
  OUTDOOR GARDEN METAL & CAST STONE SUNDIALGarden sundial, late 20th c., circular metal dial plate, seated in a cast stone stand, with baluster-form standard, rising on a stepped square base, approx 40"h, 12.75"w, 12.75"d **PLEASE NOTE: All of the cast stone and garden pieces in this auction have inherent flaws and evidence of outdoor use. Most are likely to have small chips, hairlines or imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.**
• DECORATIVE METALWARE TO INCLUDE A
  DECORATIVE METALWARE TO INCLUDE A SUNDIAL, ETC.Decorative metalware to include a sundial, silver plate, early pewter, etc. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Good condition. No apparent damages or repairs.
• Armillary Garden Sundial
  Armillary Garden Sundial Estimate:$500-$700
• TWO BRONZE SUNDIALSTwo bronze
  TWO BRONZE SUNDIALSTwo bronze sundials, 20th Century Comrising one with verdigris patination and one with dark patination, 2 pieces Larger: 25" H x 13" W x 7.5" D; Smaller: 18" H x 26" W x 15.5" D Dimensions: Larger: 25" H x 13" W x 7.5" D; Smaller: 18" H x 26" W x 15.5" D
• NOON CANNON SUNDIAL Early 20th
  NOON CANNON SUNDIAL Early 20th century, on a circular composite base having a cannon, a magnifying glass in brass frame, a dial, and a gnomon. Such instruments can be calibrated so that the magnifying glass ignites a primed cannon at a specified time.
• THREE PILLAR OR "SHEPHERD'S"
  THREE PILLAR OR "SHEPHERD'S" SUNDIALS 19th century, English and French, the wooden example was used in the Pyrenees well into the 20th century as an alternative to watches.
• EQUATORIAL SUNDIAL, 20TH C.
  EQUATORIAL SUNDIAL, 20TH C. PATINATED CAST METAL, ARROW FORM GNOMON, HINGED AT BASE, ARROW POINT BENT, 12" X 19".Equatorial sundial, 20th C. patinated cast metal, arrow form gnomon, hinged at base, arrow point bent, 12" x 19".
• SUNDIAL, ENGLISH, GEORGE III STYLE,
  SUNDIAL, ENGLISH, GEORGE III STYLE, BRONZE, SQUARE FORM WITH MOTTO "TYME WANES AWAYE/ AS FLOWRES DECAYE/ AMYDDST YE FLOWRES/ I TELL...Sundial, English, George III style, bronze, square form with motto "Tyme wanes awaye/ As flowres decaye/ Amyddst ye flowres/ I tell ye hovres", with directionals at edges, inner chapter ring with time markers and gap at noon, pierced scrolling gnomon, stamped verso "Made in England", four holes on corners for mounting, wear consistent with age including rubbing of decoration and oxidation, small nicks to edges, etc., sold as is, 4 3/4" h. x 9 3/4" w. x 9 7/8" l.
• POCKET SUNDIAL BY JOHANN MARTIN
  POCKET SUNDIAL BY JOHANN MARTIN WILLEBRAND (ACTIVE 1714-1742) Equinotical Sundial with Crescent Gnomen, Augsburg, circa 1730, in gilt brass and silver, engraved with names of cities for adjustment to latitude, with level bob, astronomical perpetual calendar on underside, on adjustable height feet, 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 2 1/4" opened. Housed in the original fitted leather silk lined box.
• Walter Hoyle (1922-2000)/Sundial,
  Walter Hoyle (1922-2000)/Sundial, Queens College Cambridge/artists proof number 49/75, signed in pencil/lino-cut, 75cm x 58cm
• ENGLISH BRASS UNIVERSAL COMPASS
  ENGLISH BRASS UNIVERSAL COMPASS SUNDIALEnglish Brass Universal Compass Sundial , 19th c., hinged chapter ring engraved "Troughton & Simms/LONDON", 3 1/4 inch silvered dial engraved with compass rose; two levels, needle with lifter, folding gnomon and latitude arm, on threaded leveling feet, h. (open) 5 in ., dia. 5 1/2 in Provenance: Collection of Brooke and Maria Fox, Metairie, LA
• METAL ARMILLARY SUNDIALMetal
  METAL ARMILLARY SUNDIALMetal Armillary Sundial, 20th century; unsigned Dimensions: 20 1/2 x 16 1/2 x 22 1/4 in. (52.1 x 41.9 x 56.5 cm.) Condition: Typical signs of exposure.
• SUNQUEST SUNDIAL IN CAST BRONZE
  SUNQUEST SUNDIAL IN CAST BRONZE DESIGNED BY RICHARca. 1950s; Gnomon-type sundial with adjusting latitude and longitude, signed by Schmoyer who crafted and sold sundials from his home in Landisville, the globe shaped sundial is fully adjustable with central ribbon shaped gnomon that are adjusted with wing nuts, 16"x 14 3/4"x 18", approx. 30 pounds; Condition: weather exposure typical, base lug possibly cut, paperwork trail on maker and info on sundial
• GARDEN SUNDIAL 31 1/2 in. H.
  GARDEN SUNDIAL 31 1/2 in. H.
• AN 18TH CENTURY STYLE POLYHEDRAL
  AN 18TH CENTURY STYLE POLYHEDRAL SUNDIAL 20th century replica after the antique cubic sundial by David Beringer (1756-1821) and manufactured by G. P. Seÿfreid, wood mounted with offset lithography paper, cubic sundial set with five polar gnomons, verso bearing printed signature "D Beringer / GPS Seyfrid," hinged mounted atop an ebonized turned wood column, molded rectangular platform with inset compass, raised on four turned feet.
• NOON CANNON SUNDIAL Late 19th -
  NOON CANNON SUNDIAL Late 19th - early 20th century, on a circular marble base having a cannon, a magnifying glass in brass frame, a dial, and a gnomon. Such instruments can be calibrated so that the magnifying glass ignites a primed cannon at a specified time.
• BRASS SUNDIAL. Probably English.
  BRASS SUNDIAL. Probably English. Inscribed dial and directionals with "Tyme paseth as a shadowe, 1656". Underside covered in felt. Appears to have some age. 3.5"h. 8.25" x 8.25".
• SUNDIAL CANNON - Dated 1820
  SUNDIAL CANNON - Dated 1820 French Brass Sundial Noon Cannon on original marble base with hours arc engraved in marble adjustable magnifier 6 3/4'' diam base cannon protrudes 2'' magnifier bracket is 7'' tall adjustable chips to marble.
• A wrought iron sundial, the
  A wrought iron sundial, the meridian with Cupid support, the pointer in the form of an arrow, 68cm high
• Iron sundial on cement post, 20"h
  Iron sundial on cement post, 20"h
• LARGE FIGURAL CONCRETE SUNDIAL: Art
  LARGE FIGURAL CONCRETE SUNDIAL: Art Deco sundial of patinated concrete w/ architectural base, baluster style pedestal w/ floral bands, female figure, and blank cartouche. Topped by carved Roman numeral, directional sundial ''I Count None but Sunny Hours'' flanked by the date 1934. Approx. 55'' h w/ a 17'' x 17'' base. The sundial at top measures approx. 14.5'' dia. CONDITION: At least 2 spheres at base are broken. A few hand carvings at surface.
• MID-19TH CENTURY GERMAN-MADE
  MID-19TH CENTURY GERMAN-MADE PORTABLE SUNDIALcompass, made for the English and American markets. Boxwood, applied paper. Comprised of an upper and lower leaf that unfold to protect the interior instrument. 3" long, 2" wide, 3/4" deep. The interior string gnomon is missing, minor paper loss, minor foxing and staining. Wear consistent with age and use.
• A Cast Iron Sun Dial on Pedestal
  A Cast Iron Sun Dial on Pedestal A large free-standing garden sundial in cast iron partially painted in a rust color base mainly rusted. Cast with classical figures and zodiac symbols.
• A 19th Century sundial by Deane,
  A 19th Century sundial by Deane, Dray and Deane, Finsbury Iron Works, on a stone vase-shaped support, 137cm high/see illustration
• CAST STONE GARDEN SUNDIAL ON
  CAST STONE GARDEN SUNDIAL ON PEDESTAL AND PLANTER Two piece cast stone or concrete garden grouping comprising a 19th/20th century Continental copper sundial set into a pedestal with cushion capital and decorated with an anchor, and a planter having a rolled rim and shell form handles. Unmarked.
• 18TH C SUNDIAL - 18th c Engraved
  18TH C SUNDIAL - 18th c Engraved Slate Sundial with steel planchet mounted in wooden frame marked 'Latitude 40' (near New York City) 6 3/4'' square slate 8'' x 8'' x 3 1/4'' overall light corrosion to planchet.
• IRISH CARVED SLATE AND BRONZE
  IRISH CARVED SLATE AND BRONZE SUNDIAL 19TH CENTURY the octagonal slate carved with calendar, scales and compass, the centre with weathered verdigris bronze gnomon and inscription 'A horizonal dial, Constructed for The Rev. Henry Moore, Julianstown Vicarage, By D. O Connell, A.D. 1848'34cm in diameter, 17cm high
• A Georgian style sundial, the
  A Georgian style sundial, the Portland stone baluster plinth 110cm high, the bronze dial by Sanders & Co., 365 Euston Rd, London and inscribed 'I Count The Bright Hours Only', the dial 25.5cm diameter
• BRONZE OCTAGONAL SUNDIAL 19th c.
  BRONZE OCTAGONAL SUNDIAL 19th c. Heavy Bronze Garden Sundial, with verdigris patinated surface, owl form gnomon, embossed Roman numeral dial, winged hourglass and 'Light Follows Darkness', at the base edge 'Shortest day - Dec. 21, Twelve hour day - Sept. 21, Longest day - June 21', two protruding screws to underside, 3 3/4" high, 10 1/2" x 10 3/4". Surface rust spots.
• TWO ENGRAVED BRASS SUNDIALS, 18TH
  TWO ENGRAVED BRASS SUNDIALS, 18TH C.Two engraved brass sundials, 18th c. , one inscribed John Meade London 1753 , the other Your Sunny hours alone I tell , 8" dia. and 8" x 8". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Good condition with expected wear.