Furniture, Clocks Auction

June 16, 2011

LOT 355

Lot 355

French Louis XVI Style Malachite Mounted Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, Raingo Freres A Paris, c.1875

French Louis XVI Style  Malachite Mounted Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, Raingo Freres A Paris, c.1875
Lot 355 Details
French Louis XVI Style Malachite Mounted Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, Raingo Freres A Paris, c.1875

the 3.75 inch white enamel signed dial with two train countwheel movement similarly signed and striking on bell in ormolu case raised on toupie feet, flanked by scrolling volutes, draped with swags and surmounted by Bacchanalian mask under covered urn finial
height 17.25" — 43.8 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

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

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Movement complete. Associated pendulum. Case in very good to excellent condition.

LOT 355
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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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