A fine Louis XVI style gilt bronze mantel clock Paris, circa 1885

the enamelled dial with Roman numerals, the twin train movement stamped LEFEBVRE & FILS PARIS and numbered 6074

Back lacking one garland, front lacking one foot. Some feet slightly bent. Enamel of dial with small, approx. 1cm by 1cm, loss and old restoration as visible in illustration and surface dirt. Mechanism and its case loose. Figure slightly loose on base. Gilt bronze with light scratches, traces of oxidation and surface dirt; most to crevices. Areas with rubbing, particularly to top of base and edges of folds of drapery, however rubbing otherwise not extensive. Gilt bronze overall well executed and finely worked. Lacking key and pendulum. Please note that the movement has not been checked for functionality. However, the movement is complete and may be put into a working state by a professional horologist.
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