18th Jul, 2024 10:00

A Life in Antiques | Billy Clifford

 
Lot 1
 

FRENCH GILT METAL AND CHAMPLEVE ENAMEL MANTEL CLOCK
LATE 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY

with twin train eight day movement, the dial with Roman numerals, decorated with a cherub on white enamel ground, with gilt swags, in pillared brass and four glass case, raised on four feet, with glass dome and stand

52cm high

 

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Sold for £1,500
Estimated at £200 - £400


Condition Report

Clock has been overwound. Mechanism will require attention.
Case with typical wear as per age. Some mi or nibbles to corners of bevelled panes. Base may require tightening. Pendulum contains mercury, though appears cloudy.

Pane with minor nibbles around lower rim. Damage to base.

 
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