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  2026-03-05 09:00:00 2026-03-05 09:00:00 America/New_York Fleischer's Auctions Fleischer's Auctions : Decorative Art, Jewelry, & Collectibles https://bid.fleischersauctions.com/auctions/fleischers-auctions/decorative-art-jewelry-collectibles-21367
This upcoming sale features an exceptional group of European portrait miniatures from the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic eras. Drawn largely from the collection of Alejandro “Alex” de Quesada, Jr., the catalog also includes works by Cuban-American artists, Civil War–related art, and an eclectic range of decorative antiques. Highlights extend to contemporary jewelry, Montblanc fountain pens, and select works from the Jim Crain Collection, including a signed Ansel Adams photograph of "Half Dome" in Yosemite National Park
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Lot 205

[CLOCKS] Junghans Kangaroo Mystery Clock Copy

Estimate: $150 - $300
Starting Bid
$50

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$300 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$50,000 $5,000

After Junghans (1861-present)

Kangaroo Mystery Clock

Brass, wood

c. 20th century

Overall 11 1/2 x 12 1/2 x 3 5/8 in., pendulum 9 1/2 x 2 1/4, kangaroo 10 x 3 5/8 x 9 3/4 in

 

A faithful reproduction of the iconic Junghans 8-day kangaroo mystery swinger clock, manufactured c. 1929. A thriving counterfeit market for Junghans mystery clocks emerged in the 1930s, distinguishable from originals by the use of brass instead of spelter, in either case patinated to look like bronze, and the positioning of the time-setting button. In addition to the kangaroo, oft-circulated reproductions include the "elephant," the "elegance," and the "onion boy". 

 

Note: This lot cannot be packaged and shipped in-house. Successful bidders winning items marked as being packaged and shipped by a third-party service are responsible for paying the third party directly. We are happy to offer complimentary drop-off service to local third-party packing/shipping companies in Columbus, Ohio. 

 

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