Decorative Arts Auction

December 10, 2009

LOT 365A

Lot 365A

Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Mahogany, Kingwood, Ebony and Sycamore Regulateur de Parquet, after the Model by Jean-Henri Riesener, c.1860

Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Mahogany, Kingwood, Ebony and Sycamore Regulateur de Parquet, after the Model by Jean-Henri Riesener, c.1860
Lot 365A Details
Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Mahogany, Kingwood, Ebony and Sycamore Regulateur de Parquet, after the Model by Jean-Henri Riesener, c.1860

the cloud form case with three putti suspending garlands around white enamel dial signed Jacques Almar supported on a spreading socle applied with ribbon-hung garlands, above a rectangular tapering panelled pedestal surmounted by an Apollo mask above a hinged trunk door centred by a floral urn, with lozenge parquetry sides, on lion-paw feet, on a shaped plinth centred by a wreath and raised on toupie feet, 14 day countwheel deadbeat movement striking on bell
later dial and bezel
height 88.5" — 224.8 cm.
movement stamped with Vincenti & Cie (1855) pastille and with bronziers mark E. Kahn, France

Estimate $15,000-$20,000

Realised: $22,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Dial re-enamelled or replaced, later fixed bezel (no glass). Ormolu re-gilt, case refinished (French polish). Movement complete and working.

LOT 365A
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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