Lot Essay
A very similar clock is illustrated in Elke Niehüser's book French Bronze Clocks: 1700-1830, Atglen, PA, 1999, fig. 253.
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CIRCA 1810
Details
AN EMPIRE ORMOLU, PATINATED BRONZE, AND TOLE MANTEL CLOCK
CIRCA 1810
With a modern electrical movement, some minor elements missing from base
11 ½ in. (29.1 cm.) high, 11 ½ in. (29.1 cm.) wide
CIRCA 1810
With a modern electrical movement, some minor elements missing from base
11 ½ in. (29.1 cm.) high, 11 ½ in. (29.1 cm.) wide
Special notice
This lot is offered without reserve.