A French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock
Sale 940 - European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Lots 1-276
Oct 19, 2021
5:00AM CT
Lots 277-522
Oct 20, 2021
5:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$1,000 -
$2,000
Sold for $1,250
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock
Late 19th Century
the movement stamped Tiffany & Co./ Made in France.
Height 17 1/4 x width 13 5/8 inches.
Height 17 1/4 x width 13 5/8 inches.
Condition Report
With a pendulum and winding key. Not currently running and not inspected by a horologist, but takes a wind. The movement strikes on the hour and half hour when the hands are manually advanced. In stable, mostly attractive condition with some dull areas to the gilt finish. The enamel face with some discoloration, several hairline cracks and an area of loss around the 8.
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