Lot 240 , A late 19th century French ormolu and Sevres style porcelain mantel clock, width 8.5in. depth 6in. height 14.25in.

A late 19th century French ormolu and Sevres style porcelain mantel clock, of architectural form, surmounted with cherubs holding a portrait of a French king, the dial and sides decorated with cherubs and trophies, eight day movement stamped A.D. 1091/515, width 8.5in. depth 6in. height 14.25in.
Estimate £300-500

Overall in good untouched condition, ormolu is either matted mid gold tone or highly polished shiny gilt finish, porcelain all in good order, gilding on dial good, an indistinct signature to the base just above 6 o'clock, feet a little loose but all present, lacks back door, movement complete but lacks key and pendulum so not tested for timekeeping.


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Sold for £1,300