Lot 301
  • 301

A Louis XVI ormolu mantel clock circa 1780

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • bronze, glass, metal, enamel
  • height 13 in.; width 9 1/2 in.; depth 3 3/4 in.
  • 33 cm; 24.5 cm; 9.5 cm
the dial signed Maurer a Paris

Condition

Dial with small chip at upper winder hole, some fine cracks and some surface dirt. Cupids possibly lacking devices from hands. Ormolu with oxidation, surface dirt andf some light rubbing; not extensive. Small spot on manuscript with loss to gilding.
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