A Charles X ormolu striking mantel clock, first quarter 19th century
A Charles X ormolu striking mantel clock, first quarter 19th century

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A Charles X ormolu striking mantel clock, first quarter 19th century
Modelled with a figure of seated Apollo, the rectangular base with relief mount of two billing doves atop a floral swag, on anthemion lunette feet, with flowerhead bezel to the the silvered Roman chapter ring (repainted numerals), engine-turned centre, the twin barrel movement with silk suspension and countwheel strike on later bell -- 18in. (46cm.) high

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