13th Nov, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST
Autumn Fine Art Sale
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A French Empire Ormolu Striking Mantel Clock, circa 1810, case depicting a figure in robes holding a garland of flowers and a jug in the other hand watering a central basket of flowers, base with floral and bird decoration, acanthus leaf borders, enamel Roman numeral chapter ring and indistinctly signed and possibly Ls Peschelle, twin barrel movement with outside countwheel striking on a bell, silk suspension, raised upon a wooden gilt base and beneath a glass dome, 44cm high
Sold for £750
Estimated at £400 - £600
Ormolu surfaces are slightly discoloured, case with surface scratches, centre hand brass collet and pin are missing, movement is dirty, both spring barrels are fully wound, movement is not working and not striking at present, movement needs a service.
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Auction: Autumn Fine Art Sale, 13th Nov, 2021
Fine Sales are held three times a year, in the Spring, Summer and Autumn, and feature the foremost lots of traditional antiques consigned to Tennants. With lots sourced from named estates and private collections, the sales draw buyers from around the world. The sales include British and European Ceramics and Glass, Asian Art, Clocks and Barometers, Rugs and Carpets, Works of Art, Furniture and Garden Furniture and Statuary.
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Sunday 7 November 11am-4pm, Monday 8 November to Friday 12 November 10am-4pm and morning of sale from 8.30am.
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