Lot 452
  • 452

An Empire ormolu mantel clock circa 1810, the dial signed A Sacré à Paris

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • bronze, enamel
  • height 19 1/2 in.; width 16 in.; depth 6 1/2 in.
  • 49.5 cm; 41 cm; 16.5 cm

Condition

Dial with minor chips at winding hole to enamel. Light rubbing to ormolu; mostly to base. Very light oxidation and surface dirt. Lacking back plate. Pillow lacking one tassle. In very good condition.
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