15th May, 2019 10:00

Country House and Asian Art Auction

 
Lot 434
 

A French Empire mantel clock, early 19th century

A French Empire mantel clock, early 19th century, the 3 inch white enamel dial with Roman numerals within a ropework bezel, the twin train movement with silk suspension and outside countwheel, the drum case cast with a 'billing doves' finial between cherub supporting figures on a rectangular plinth cast with a crossed quiver and arrows and torch and heart motif, raised on paw feet spaced by swag cast borders 26cm high, 10cm deep, 21cm wide

Sold for £400


Condition Report
Crack to face, chip near winding hole, discolouration of case, no pendulum, movement not guaranteed

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