A FRENCH BRASS-INLAID TORTOISESHELL VENEERED 'BOULLE' STRIKING MANTEL CLOCK
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A FRENCH BRASS-INLAID TORTOISESHELL VENEERED 'BOULLE' STRIKING MANTEL CLOCK

LATE 19TH CENTURY

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A FRENCH BRASS-INLAID TORTOISESHELL VENEERED 'BOULLE' STRIKING MANTEL CLOCK
LATE 19TH CENTURY
The gilt-bronze mounted waisted case of typical form, with enamel Roman chapters to the dial, the twin barrel movement with brocot escapement and rack strike to gong, the backplate stamped 'H P & Co. 4164, 19837'
26 ¼ in. (66.6 cm.) high; 12 ½ in. (31.7 cm.) wide; 6 ½ in. (16.5 cm.) deep
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Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

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