A Large and Impressive Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock Garniture
Sale 752 - Fine Furniture, Decorative Arts & Silver
Lots 1-276
Apr 28, 2020
5:00AM CT
Lots 277-553
Apr 29, 2020
5:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$8,000 -
$12,000
Sold for $21,250
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Large and Impressive Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock Garniture
Late 19th Century
Height of candelabra 36 inches.
Condition Report
The bronze has been recently re-gilded with a very bright, shiny patina. No key or pendulum. Clock does not run and the movement does not strike when the hands are advanced. The dial is not enamel but painted metal with a few small scratches. There is an area of restoration to the marble, probably to cover a large chip, with overpainting, near the putto at the top of the clock. Otherwise normal wear, scratches and an age crack through the marble base on the back of the clock. Candelabra lacking bobeches. No other significant issues. Additional photos available.
For bronze repair in the city of Chicago we recommend Progressive Bronze Inc. We regret that we do not have a source to supply a replacement key/pendulum.
For bronze repair in the city of Chicago we recommend Progressive Bronze Inc. We regret that we do not have a source to supply a replacement key/pendulum.
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