16th Nov, 2019 10:00 GMT/BST

Autumn Fine Art Sale (Part II)

 
  Lot 564
 

564

A French Alabaster and Gilt Metal Mounted Striking Mantel Clock, early 20th century, urn shaped...

A French Alabaster and Gilt Metal Mounted Striking Mantel Clock, early 20th century, urn shaped case surmounted by dolphins spurting water, 4-inch enamel dial bearing an inscription Julien Beliard, Paris, twin barrel movement striking on a bell, movement backplate stamped Etienne Maxant Paris Brevete and numbered 20721, pendulum bob with matching number 20721, 46cm high see illustration

Sold for £750
Estimated at £400 - £600


 

14.10.19 Gilt surfaces are discoloured, case alabaster surfaces with scratches, base with chips, back corner of the base is chipped and signs of gluing, dial with small scratches, movement is clean, in going order and striking, with original pendulum.

 


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Auction: Autumn Fine Art Sale (Part II), 16th Nov, 2019

Autumn Fine Art Sale (Part II)

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