Furniture, Clocks Auction

June 16, 2011

LOT 351

Lot 351

French Bronze, Marble and Onyx Egyptian Revival Clock Garniture, c1880

French Bronze, Marble and Onyx Egyptian Revival Clock Garniture, c1880
Lot 351 Details
French Bronze, Marble and Onyx Egyptian Revival Clock Garniture, c1880

the 4 1/4 inch white enamel dial fronting a countwheel movement striking bell and signed Vincenti & Cie in a temple form case incised with hieroglyphs flanked by gryphons and surmounted by a sphinx, further flanked by similarly decorated obelisks
obelisk height 23" — 134.6 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $3,360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

In good restored condition.

LOT 351
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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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