Lot 35
  • 35

An ormolu wall clock, French, circa 1800

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 26.5cm. 10½in. high
4½-inch enamel dial signed Cachard sucr. De Ch. Le Roi, a Paris, bell striking movement with outside count wheel and silk suspension, the drum with suspension ring and scroll surround to the dial,

Condition

Dial has chip to right winding hole and other minor cracks and marks. Movement is not working, crutch, bell and hammer lacking, will require complete service and overhaul. Case generally good though rather dirty. With pendulum but no winder.
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