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    London, South Kensington

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    14 July 2004

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    • A Napoleon III gilt-metal and
    Lot 255

    A Napoleon III gilt-metal and porcelain-mounted striking mantel clock, third quarter 19th century

    Price realised

    GBP 478

    Estimate

    GBP 400 - GBP 600

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    A Napoleon III gilt-metal and porcelain-mounted striking mantel clock, third quarter 19th century
    Modelled with three musical amorini, the floral swag hung base inset with Sèvres style porcelain panels painted with flowers, the enamel convex dial with turquoise chapter ring and raised Roman chapters within gilt borders, floral painted centre, with gilt-metal hands, the eight day twin barrel movement with strike on bell -- 18in. (46cm.) wide

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