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An alabaster and gilt-spelter mantel clock
the rectangular case surmounted by figure of a seated lady, with ringed leopard's masks to the sides, on spreading base with toupie feet (one missing), the integral dial with gilt Roman chapters, the twin going barrel movement with Brocot escapement and countwheel strike on bell, French, late 19th century -- 17½in.(44cm.) high
See Colour Illustration (Plate 3)
the rectangular case surmounted by figure of a seated lady, with ringed leopard's masks to the sides, on spreading base with toupie feet (one missing), the integral dial with gilt Roman chapters, the twin going barrel movement with Brocot escapement and countwheel strike on bell, French, late 19th century -- 17½in.(44cm.) high
See Colour Illustration (Plate 3)