Lot 455
  • 455

A Charles X ormolu and patinated bronze mantel clock circa 1830, the dial signed Leroy & Fils Le Du Roy a Paris

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • bronze
  • height 21 in.; width 14 3/4 in.; depth 5 1/4 in.
  • 53.5 cm; 37.5 cm; 13.5 cm

Condition

Rubbing to dial. Scattered light oxidation, rubbing and surface dirt to ormolu. Patinated bronze mount lacking ornament, probably a flower, flower nearby now loose. Lacking backplate. In good condition.
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