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A Meissen clock-case
modelled as a seated putto and devices emblematic of the liberal arts above drapery painted in blue with scattered indianische Blumenon a rectangular base moulded with panles of leaves reserved on meandering entwined ribbons, supported by four bun feet, sprasely coloured and gilt, blue crossed swords mark, incised D78 -- 10in. (25.4cm.) wide, late 19th century (minor damages and restoration, replacement movement)
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modelled as a seated putto and devices emblematic of the liberal arts above drapery painted in blue with scattered indianische Blumenon a rectangular base moulded with panles of leaves reserved on meandering entwined ribbons, supported by four bun feet, sprasely coloured and gilt, blue crossed swords mark, incised D78 -- 10in. (25.4cm.) wide, late 19th century (minor damages and restoration, replacement movement)
See illustration