Lot 16
  • 16

A Meissen clock case, second-half 19th century

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description

  • Porcelain
  • 70cm., 27 1/2 in. high
modelled by Ernst August Leuteritz, formed of three sections, surmounted with Diana the Hunter with two hounds, the base with three gentleman in 18th century hunting dress with their game trophies at their feet, upon a rockwork and scroll base, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, incised model number H 877., R. in red enamel, with 5-inch enamel dial signed HRY MARC A PARIS, the similarly signed bell striking movement with outside count wheel and silk suspension, framed within dense bocage,

Condition

In overall generally good condition. There are some minor repairs and chips to vulnerable extremities. There are some stress cracks to the central section. The clock case could benefit from cleaning. The enamel dial with hairline cracks.
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